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As every Formula 1 driver will tell you, their toughest opponent is the one on the other side of the garage. Team-mates regularly make for the bitterest rivalries in grand prix racing, but can also create spectacular chemistry, with runaway success.
We’ve chosen our list of the ten greatest Formula 1 team-mates for the August 2026 issue of Motor Sport. Tell us which pairing you think deserves the top accolade and you’ll be entered into a draw to win an exclusive Motor Sport gift hamper.
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