Mark Skaife to retire

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http://www.v8supercars.com.au/content/latest_news/32685201-Mark-Skaife-to-retire/

Release date: 30/10/2008

Australian motor racing champion Mark Skaife to retire

Australia’s most successful touring car driver, Mark Skaife, today announced he will retire from full-time driving at the end of the 2008 season.

Skaife, 41, said the decision had been difficult, but that it was the right time to move on. “I've always admired sportspeople who know when it's time to retire, rather than waiting to be told,” he said.

“Motor racing has been my life for the past 21 years and, as any professional sportsperson will attest, if you have a love and passion for what you are doing, for the competition and being on top of your game, then retirement is not something you ever easily consider.