30 Years Since Damon Hill’s 1996 F1 Championship
2026 marks 30 years since Damon Hill won the 1996 Formula 1 World Championship, driving the iconic Williams FW18.
It was a defining moment in Formula 1 history, Hill securing the title at Suzuka and becoming the first son of a World Champion to follow in his father’s footsteps. A story of persistence, pressure and ultimate redemption, the 1996 season remains one of the most memorable in modern F1.
The Williams FW18: One of F1’s Most Dominant Cars
The Williams FW18 is widely regarded as one of the most successful Formula 1 cars ever built.
12 wins from 16 races
Constructors’ Championship winners
Benchmark of 90s F1 engineering
For collectors and fans, the FW18 represents a golden era of Formula 1 racing, where technical brilliance met elite driving performance.
Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026
This summer, the story comes full circle.
At the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Damon Hill will be celebrated as guest of honour, marking the 30th anniversary of his championship-winning season. The FW18 is set to return to the hill, reconnecting fans with one of the sport’s most iconic moments.
I’ll also be exhibiting at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026, showcasing my Damon Hill Limited and Embellished Edition plus my latest motorsport artwork, making this anniversary even more special.
Damon Hill 1996 Artwork – Limited Edition Print
To celebrate this historic milestone, I created a limited and embellished edition prints inspired by Hill’s 1996 championship season.
👉 https://www.iansalmonart.com/shop/p/damon-hill-1996-williams-fw18-f1-print
Taken from an original painting, the artwork focuses on the unmistakable design of the FW18 and the calm authority that defined Hill’s title-winning campaign.
Printed on museum-grade fine art paper, or board for Embellished, each piece is produced to a gallery standard. Designed for Formula 1 collectors, motorsport enthusiasts and fans of British racing history.
Why Damon Hill’s 1996 Title Still Matters
Three decades on, Hill’s championship remains a defining moment in British motorsport.
It represents:
resilience under pressure
a legendary Formula 1 car
a historic championship victory
and a lasting legacy in F1
With renewed attention around the anniversary and Goodwood celebrations, this moment continues to resonate with fans and collectors alike.
Formula 1 Art for Collectors
For collectors of Formula 1 art prints, this piece offers a connection to one of the sport’s most iconic eras.
Whether displayed in a home, office or garage space, it’s a reminder of:
a dominant car
a historic season
and a champion at the peak of his career
