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via PlanetF1Jenson Button Discusses Rubens Barrichello's Value to SchumacherJenson Button has shared insights into why Michael Schumacher valued Rubens Barrichello as a teammate at Ferrari. He emphasized Barrichello's qualities that contributed to their successful partnership in Formula 1.
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via Motorsport.comFerrari staff see Michael Schumacher similarities in Lewis Hamilton, says former engineerFormer Ferrari engineer Rob Smedley has noted that long-time Ferrari staff are drawing parallels between Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher. After a challenging first season with Ferrari in 2025, Hamilton has shown significant improvement in 2026, securing his first victory with the team and several podium finishes, placing him second in the drivers' championship at the summer break.
Smedley highlighted that Hamilton's presence is revitalizing the team, as he pushes them to perform better, reminiscent of Schumacher's impact when he joined Ferrari in 1996. Schumacher's tenure saw Ferrari return to dominance, and Smedley believes Hamilton's approach is inspiring similar confidence among the team members.
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