Australian former Formula 1 driver Alan Jones, who won the 1980 world championship with Williams, has died at the age of 80, the Associated Press reported on November 5, 2026.
Jones became Australia's first Formula 1 world champion, securing the title driving the Williams FW07. He won 12 grands prix during his career and was known for his aggressive driving style.
The news was confirmed by James Ellingworth of the Associated Press. Further details about the cause of death were not immediately available.
