Former Formula 1 World Champion Alan Jones Dies at Age 80
Alan Jones, the historic Formula 1 world champion and first Williams driver to claim the title, has passed away at the age of 80. The Australian driver secured 12 grand prix victories throughout his 10-season career before retiring in 1986.
Former Formula 1 world champion Alan Jones has died at the age of 80. He made history as the last Australian and the first driver for Williams to win the prestigious F1 world title, triumphing in the 1980 season.
Throughout his 10-season career in the sport, Jones accumulated a total of 12 grand prix victories. He remained one of only two Australians to ever win the Formula 1 world championship before ultimately retiring from the sport in 1986.
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