Alan Jones, former F1 world champion, dies at 80
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 5:33 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026
Alan Jones, the former Formula One world champion who won the championship in 1980, has passed away at the age of 80 due to a brief illness. His family confirmed the news on November 5, honoring his legacy as the last Australian to win the F1 title. Jones began his career with teams such as Hesketh and Arrows, but achieved greatness with Williams. His passing leaves behind a legacy in motorsport and he is survived by his wife Amanda Butler-Davis and six children.
- •Alan Jones died on November 5 following a brief illness.
- •He was 1980 Formula One world champion and last Australian to win the title.
- •Jones started with teams like Hesketh and won with Williams.
- •He was honored by his family for his contributions to motorsport.
- 5:33 AMYahoo Sports — Australian Formula One world champion Alan Jones dies aged 80
"Former Formula One world champion Alan Jones has died at the age of 80 following a brief illness. A statement from Jones' family, issued through Motorsport Australia, announced the death of the 1980 championship winner - who remains the last Australian to win the F1 title.
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