Massimo Biasion WRC driver victories
Bassano del Grappa, 1958
The WRC driver Massimo Biasion was born in Bassano del Grappa (Italy) in 1958 (67 years old).
Massimo Biasion Championships
1988 
Lancia Delta Integrale 1989 Lancia Delta Integrale & 16V Massimo Biasion has won 2 champinships of the World Rally Championship.
Massimo Biasion WRC rally victories
| 1986 |
Rally Argentina
(Gravel)
Wed 6th - Sat 9th Aug
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| 1987 |
Rallye de Monte-Carlo
(Tarmac/snow)
Sat 17th - Thu 22nd Jan
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Rally Argentina
(Gravel)
Tue 4th - Sat 8th Aug
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Rallye Sanremo
(Tarmac/gravel)
Mon 12th - Thu 15th Oct
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| 1988 |
Rallye de Portugal
(Tarmac/gravel)
Tue 1st - Sat 5th Mar
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Safari Rally
(Gravel)
Thu 31st Mar - Mon 4th Apr
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Acropolis Rally of Greece
(Gravel)
Sun 29th May - Wed 1st Jun
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Olympus Rally
(Gravel)
Thu 23rd - Sun 26th Jun
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Rallye Sanremo
(Tarmac/gravel)
Mon 10th - Fri 14th Oct
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| 1989 |
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Rallye de Monte-Carlo
(Tarmac/snow)
Sat 21st - Thu 26th Jan
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Rallye de Portugal
(Tarmac/gravel)
Tue 28th Feb - Sat 4th Mar
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Safari Rally
(Gravel)
Thu 23rd - Mon 27th Mar
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Acropolis Rally of Greece
(Gravel)
Sat 27th May - Thu 1st Jun
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Rallye Sanremo
(Tarmac/gravel)
Sun 8th - Thu 12th Oct
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| 1990 |
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Rallye de Portugal
(Tarmac/gravel)
Tue 6th - Sat 10th Mar
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Rally Argentina
(Gravel)
Tue 24th - Sat 28th Jul
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| 1993 |
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Acropolis Rally of Greece
(Gravel)
Sun 30th May - Tue 1st Jun
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How many rallies has Massimo Biasion won and on what surface?
Massimo Biasion has won 17 rallies of the World Rally Championship:
- 9 on gravel.
- 6 on tarmac/gravel.
- 2 on tarmac/snow.
What is the rally that Massimo Biasion has won the most times?
| 3 | Rally Argentina (Gravel) |
| 3 | Rallye Sanremo (Tarmac/gravel) |
| 3 | Acropolis Rally of Greece (Gravel) |
| 3 | Rallye de Portugal (Tarmac/gravel) |
| 2 | Rallye de Monte-Carlo (Tarmac/snow) |
| 2 | Safari Rally (Gravel) |
| 1 | Olympus Rally (Gravel) |
Massimo Biasion biography in rallies
Massimo Biasion is considered one of the greatest Italian rally drivers in the history of the World Rally Championship (WRC). With his smooth and calculated driving style, Biasion achieved significant success in the sport during the 1980s and 1990s, especially with the iconic Lancia team. Known for his consistency and technical precision, Biasion’s career in the WRC is marked by two World Rally Championship titles and numerous podium finishes.
Early Years and Debut in the WRC
Born on March 1, 1960, in Bassano del Grappa, Italy, Biasion began his career in motorsport in local rally events before making his WRC debut in 1983. His early years in the sport were spent honing his skills, and he caught the attention of the Lancia team, one of the most dominant forces in rallying at the time. Lancia had a reputation for producing competitive cars, and Biasion quickly proved his potential as a talented and reliable driver.
Rise to Prominence with Lancia
In the mid-1980s, Lancia was at the height of its WRC dominance with the legendary Lancia Delta S4 and the Lancia Delta Integrale. Biasion joined Lancia in 1986 and began driving the Delta Integrale, a car that would become one of the most successful rally machines in history. The early part of Biasion’s career with Lancia saw him learning from the team’s top drivers, including Juha Kankkunen and the late Henri Toivonen, while also establishing his own identity in the sport.
1988 WRC Championship
Biasion’s breakout year came in 1988, when he secured his first WRC Drivers' Championship. In a season marked by his consistency and ability to adapt to various surfaces and conditions, Biasion capitalized on a well-balanced Lancia Delta Integrale. His wins came at key rallies, including the Swedish Rally and the Rallye Côte d'Ivoire, and his strong finishes in other rounds allowed him to accumulate enough points to win the title.
This victory solidified Biasion’s place as one of the elite drivers in the world and demonstrated his ability to handle the pressures of top-level competition. The 1988 title was especially significant as it helped Lancia secure the Manufacturers' Championship that year as well, further cementing the team's dominance in the WRC.
1990 WRC Championship
Biasion’s second WRC title came in 1990, once again driving for Lancia. This year was another landmark in his career, as the competition grew fiercer with the presence of other top drivers such as Kankkunen, Didier Auriol, and Carlos Sainz. Despite the stiff competition, Biasion's performances were consistent throughout the season, and he proved once again to be an incredibly skilled driver on a variety of surfaces.
He won several rallies in 1990, including the Swedish Rally and the Sanremo Rally in Italy. His victory in Sanremo was particularly significant, as it was a home rally and came at a crucial point in the championship battle. Biasion's technical driving and ability to maintain focus in challenging conditions helped him clinch his second WRC title, further enhancing his reputation as a championship contender. This success helped Lancia retain the Manufacturers' Championship once again.
The Transition to Other Teams
After the 1990 season, Biasion remained a key figure in the WRC but began to experience increasing competition from new manufacturers and emerging drivers. Lancia’s dominance in the WRC began to wane in the early 1990s, and Biasion’s results started to fluctuate. Despite this, he continued to compete at a high level for several more years.
In 1991, Biasion continued to drive for Lancia in the evolving world of rallying, but the Delta Integrale was no longer the dominant car. Biasion managed to secure podiums but could not maintain the same level of success as he had in the late 1980s. The car’s development was slowing, and rival teams such as Toyota, Subaru, and Mitsubishi began to close the gap.
In the mid-1990s, Biasion switched to Ford, where he drove the Ford Escort RS Cosworth. Though he was no longer driving for a top team like Lancia, he remained competitive and had a few strong results. However, as the new generation of WRC stars, such as Colin McRae, Carlos Sainz, and Tommi Mäkinen, began to take over, Biasion struggled to match their pace and ultimately found it more difficult to secure top results.
Later Career and Retirement
Despite no longer being a championship contender, Biasion remained a valuable figure in the WRC throughout the early 1990s, participating in several rallies, including the Safari Rally and the Rally Catalunya. In the mid-1990s, after brief stints with different teams, Biasion’s WRC career began to wind down. He officially retired from the WRC in 1998, leaving behind a legacy of skill, resilience, and sportsmanship.
Biasion’s contributions to the sport did not go unnoticed. He is remembered not only for his two WRC titles but also for his key role in the success of Lancia during its golden era in the World Rally Championship. His partnership with the Lancia team and his ability to extract maximum performance from the Delta Integrale were key factors in his success.
Legacy
Massimo Biasion is regarded as one of the best rally drivers to come out of Italy, and his career remains a benchmark for aspiring rally drivers. His two WRC titles, numerous podium finishes, and consistent performances in some of the most iconic rallies in the world have ensured his place in the history books of the sport. Despite the evolution of the WRC and the rise of new rallying icons, Biasion’s name continues to be associated with the golden era of Lancia and the thrilling world of rallying.
Contemporary competitors of Massimo Biasion
Massimo Biasion coincided in WRC rallies with drivers like Jorge Recalde, Didier Auriol, Markku Alen, Alain Ambrosino, Bruno Saby, Josef Haider, Mikael Ericsson, Juha Kankkunen, Pentti Airikkala, Alain Oreille, Ingvar Carlsson and other grat rally drivers.
