Former Formula One world champion Alan Jones dies at 80
Australian Formula One legend Alan Jones, the 1980 world champion, has died at the age of 80 after a brief battle with illness. His death was announced in a statement on behalf of his wife, Amanda Butler-Davis, and reported by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC).
Australian Formula One legend Alan Jones, the 1980 world champion, has died at the age of 80 after a brief battle with illness. His death was announced in a statement on behalf of his wife, Amanda Butler-Davis, and reported by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). Jones is regarded as one of the greatest names in Australian motorsport history, achieving 12 Grand Prix victories during his career and becoming the second Australian to win the Formula One World Championship, after his compatriot Jack Brabham. Born in Melbourne, Jones is the son of racing driver Stan Jones, winner of the 1959 Australian Grand Prix. He moved to Britain in 1970 to pursue his Formula One dream and succeeded in winning the title in 1980 with the Williams team. He retired from competition in 1986 and later moved into media work as a commentator and analyst.