Is Damon Hill A-List?
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No — Damon Hill is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1996
World Championship Victory
Lost A-list status in 1999
Dropped to B tier — Retires from Racing
Ranking Timeline
1992D$0.5M
Formula One Debut
Enters Formula One racing with Brabham.
1993C▲$1M+$0.5M
Joins Williams Team
Signs with the Williams team, increasing his profile.
1994B▲$3M+$2M
Championship Contender
Challenges Schumacher for the title.
1996A▲$10M+$7M
World Championship Victory
Wins the Formula One World Drivers' Championship.
1999B▼$18M+$8M
Retires from Racing
Retires from Formula One after racing for Arrows and Jordan.
2000B$20M+$2M
Broadcasting Career
Begins working as a broadcaster and commentator.
2026B$25M+$5M
Formula One Commentator
Remains a respected voice in Formula One.
Last updated: February 25, 2026