History Driver 2000s

Markko Märtin

Overview

Markko Märtin became Estonia's first WRC event winner and emerged as one of the championship's quickest all-surface drivers in the middle of the decade.

Märtin withdrew from top-level competition after the 2005 accident. His success helped establish a path later followed by another Estonian world champion, Ott Tänak.

🏆 Major Achievements

Five WRC victories: Won in Greece and Finland in 2003, then Mexico, Corsica, and Catalunya in 2004.
2004 championship: Finished third in the drivers' standings for Ford.
2005 Peugeot season: Added podiums before the fatal Rally GB accident that killed co-driver Michael Park.

Vehicle Highlights

  • Ford Focus RS WRC (2002–2004): Foundation of his wins and podium runs.
  • Peugeot 307 WRC (2005): Continued as a factory spearhead during a transitional year.

His Ford stint, in particular, is remembered for precision drives and landmark victories.

Driving Style & Legacy

Clean, exacting lines with controlled aggression, especially potent on technical tarmac. His success opened doors and served as inspiration for Estonian rally’s next generation.

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