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Hill likens Russell‑Antonelli rivalry to 1996 F1 showdown

Damon Hill compared the current Mercedes intra‑team battle between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli to his own 1996 clash with Jacques Villeneuve. The 2026 season sees the rivalry unfold as both drivers vie for dominance.

Damon Hill, the 1996 Formula One champion, likened the current Mercedes intra‑team battle between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli to the fierce competition he faced from Jacques Villeneuve in 1996. Hill said the rivalry mirrors the intensity and high stakes of that era.

With the 2026 season underway, the dynamic at the Brackley outfit remains a focal point, as Russell and Antonelli contest for supremacy in a team that has been a dominant force in recent years. mchezo.life