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Ferrari took full advantage of Red Bull’s troubles in Australia and 1996 world champion Damon Hill does not think it will be long before the team can beat Verstappen in a direct battle.
Damon Hill, the former Formula 1 world champion, expressed his concern about Ferrari challenging Red Bull in Japan this weekend, stating that it would be “really shocking” for the sport. Ferrari’s recent victory in Melbourne boosted their prospects, especially after Max Verstappen’s early retirement due to a brake issue. Despite Red Bull’s dominance in the past year, Ferrari’s speed and straight-line advantage give them a fighting chance at Suzuka. Hill believes Verstappen will likely secure pole position again, but hopes Ferrari can challenge Red Bull in the actual race. The upcoming race is an opportunity for Ferrari to prove their competitiveness and potentially disrupt Red Bull’s dominance in the championship. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for a chance to win awesome F1 prizes, including Red Bull or Ferrari merchandise!
