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On 13 October 1996, Damon Hill clinched the Formula 1 world championship at Suzuka by nine points over team-mate Jacques Villeneuve after a dominant campaign for Williams. The Briton therefore avenged his near-miss in 1994 to take what would be his only F1 title and 30 years on, Hill has returned to his old stable as an ambassador. So, at March’s Japanese Grand Prix, Williams took the ...
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- What changed: On 13 October 1996, Damon Hill clinched the Formula 1 world championship at Suzuka by nine points over team-mate Jacques Villeneuve after a dominant campaign for Williams. The Briton therefore avenged his near-miss in 1994 to take what would be his only F1 title and 30 years on, Hill has returned to his old stable as an ambassador. So, at March’s Japanese Grand Prix, Williams took the .
- Who it affects: Damon Hill, Williams, and the 1994 season are the main threads to track.
- Read next: Start with Damon Hill, Williams, Suzuka, or the 1994 season archive for more context.
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A result shaped by track position and execution.
Why it matters
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It can shift the competitive picture around the teams and drivers involved in the 1994, 1996 seasons.
At a glance
- Source
- Autosport
- Seasons
- 1994, 1996
- Drivers
- Damon Hill, Gilles Villeneuve, Graham Hill, Jacques Villeneuve, Phil Hill
- Teams
- Williams (2026 Team Profile)
- Circuits
- Suzuka International Racing Course (Layout & History)