Aussie F1 racing legend Alan Jones dies after short illness battle

Australian F1 world champion Alan Jones has died aged 80 after a short illness. Winning the title with Williams in 1980, he became one of only two Australians to be crowned world champion, following Sir Jack Brabham. Across ten seasons before his 1986 retirement, Jones secured 12 grands prix victories. The racing legend remains a pivotal figure in motorsport, having achieved significant success during his professional career in the highly competitive Formula One circuit.