Alan Jones, 1980 F1 world champion, dies aged 80
The Australian racing driver won the Formula One title with Williams and claimed 12 grand prix victories during his career.
At a glance
- Jones won the F1 world championship in 1980 driving for Williams
- He was the second Australian to win the F1 title after Sir Jack Brabham
- Jones claimed 12 grand prix victories across 10 seasons before retiring in 1986
Alan Jones, who won the Formula One world championship in 1980, has died aged 80. Jones became the second Australian to claim the F1 title, following Sir Jack Brabham, when he secured the championship with the Williams team.
During his racing career spanning 10 seasons, Jones won 12 grands prix before retiring in 1986.
Why it matters
Jones was one of only two Australians to achieve F1's highest honour, marking a significant achievement in the sport's history.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — SportAustralian F1 world champion Alan Jones dies aged 80
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