“Damon deserves it”
06. Nov 2021
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When Damon Hill became 1996 Formula 1 World Champion after a thrilling final in Suzuka, Michael Schumacher, his greatest rival reacted with elegance, Eddie Irvine, slightly less so:
Michael Schumacher: “I really feel that he deserves it. He has waited a long time for this title. For sure it was a tough few years, but congratulations to him. He has had a great season, eight victories, and it’s not just by luck – he really fought for it. He will have a lot of questions asking him how he feels – and I had the same thing. It will take time to sink in, but he deserves it.”
Eddie Irvine: “I’m well pleased for Damon. I know I give him a hard time because I don’t rate him that highly, but he does deserve it.”
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Formula 1, Suzuka, Japanese Grand Prix, Damon Hill, Michael Schumacher, Eddie Irvine, Williams, Scuderia Ferrari, Williams, Renault, Ferrari, England, Great-Britain, Germany, Ireland, 1996
Source: Williams/LAT