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Former F1 world champion Alan Jones passes away at age 80

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 7:18 AM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Former F1 world champion Alan Jones passes away at age 80
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Alan Jones, the last Australian to win the Formula 1 drivers' championship, has died at the age of 80. His family announced that he passed away on November 5 following a brief illness. Jones won the championship in 1980 while racing for Williams and achieved a total of 12 Grand Prix victories throughout his career. He was only the second Australian to secure the F1 title, following Sir Jack Brabham. Jones is survived by his wife and six children.

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  • •Alan Jones won the F1 championship in 1980.
  • •He achieved 12 Grand Prix victories during his career.
  • •Jones passed away on November 5, 2026.
  • •He was the second Australian to win the championship after Sir Jack Brabham.
  • •He is survived by his wife and six children.
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  • 7:18 AMSky Sports — Former F1 world champion Jones dies aged 80
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Former Formula 1 world champion Alan Jones has died at the age of 80 following a brief illness.

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