FILE PHOTO: Australian racing driver Alan Jones, 1980 Formula One world champion, drives a Formula One car, at Brands Hatch, in West Kingsdown, Britain, August 21, 1985. REUTERS/John Eggitt 85316153/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Australian racing driver Alan Jones, 1980 Formula One world champion, drives a Formula One car, at Brands Hatch, in West Kingsdown, Britain, August 21, 1985. REUTERS/John Eggitt 85316153/File Photo
Nov 5 : The following are quotes and reaction to the death on Thursday of former Formula One world champion Alan Jones, aged 80.
"Alan was instrumental in making Williams what it is today, forming an extraordinary bond with Frank Williams and Patrick Head to become our first Drivers' World Champion in just our fourth season in Formula 1.
"He is a true Australian icon and a Williams legend, and he will be dearly missed. We send our love and thoughts to the Jones family and all his friends."
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STEFANO DOMENICALI, CEO OF FORMULA 1
"His place in Formula 1 history is assured, not least for bringing Williams their first Drivers’ and Constructors’ World Championships in 1980, a defining moment for the team and our sport.
"But beyond his achievements on track, Alan will be remembered for his character, his passion and the lasting mark he left on Formula 1."
"'Jonesy' made his first F1 entrance at the 1975 Spanish Grand Prix with the Hesketh squad before going on to famously claim the title in 1980 alongside Frank Williams at his eponymous team. A fierce racer and competitive spirit - Rest In Peace."
"As a Formula 1 World Champion and one of Australia’s greatest racing drivers, Alan holds a special place in the history of our sport.
"His 1980 World Championship inspired a generation of Australian motorsport fans, while his victory at the Australian Grand Prix that same year remains the last time an Australian driver has won their home Grand Prix."
“(His wife) Amanda told me this morning that on his 80th birthday on Monday he had his favourite caviar, but he stayed off the Grey Goose for once in his life.
”Vale (Farewell), a superstar of the track, of world sport, and of broadcasting.”
(Compiled by Karan Prashant Saxena in Bengaluru; Editing by Ken Ferris)
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