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Alan Jones, 1980 Formula 1 World Champion, Dies at 80

Alan Jones, 1980 Formula 1 World Champion, Dies at 80
World Sports · 14:27:42 - Tuesday, 10 November 2026

Alan Jones, the Australian driver who won the 1980 Formula 1 World Championship with Williams, has died at the age of 80. The news was reported by the Associated Press on November 5, 2026.

Jones secured the title driving the Williams FW07, becoming the first Australian to win the Formula 1 drivers' championship. His victory marked a significant milestone for both his career and the Williams team.

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