Alan Jones, 1980 F1 champion, dies aged 80

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Alan Jones

Alan Jones, the 1980 Formula 1 world champion and Williams' first title winner, died aged 80 after a brief illness. Tributes from Williams and the F1 community highlight his aggressive racing style and legacy.

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Racer leads with the news of his death, while Williams and PlanetF1 focus on tributes. The Race offers a retrospective on his driving style, and Autosport adds context on his career and decision to quit. BBC and Sky provide straightforward obituaries.

Recommended first read: Autosport provides the most comprehensive obituary, covering his career, his title, and his impact on Williams, with a photo.

Alan Jones, 1980 F1 champion, dies aged 80

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