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Alan Jones

Alan Jones, 1976, Mosport. Copyright Ron Kielbiski, 2009. Used with permission.

Alan Jones, 1976, Mosport. Copyright Ron Kielbiski, 2009. Used with permission.

Alan Jones. Copyright Carlos Ghys (www.carlosghys.be), 2012. Used with Permission.

Alan Jones. Copyright Carlos Ghys (www.carlosghys.be), 2012. Used with Permission.

Born:

02 Nov 1946
Melbourne, Victoria

Nationality:

Australia

Grands Prix:

116 (1975-1986)

F2 starts:

1 (1977)

1980 World Champion, who overcame a number of setbacks to reach the top. A no nonsense character who mainly does TV work - as a commentator and broadcaster - now, but also has a number of business interests, including men's luxury watches and performance vehicles, but is also a consultant and ambassador for Lexus. Drove in endurance events in touring cars and later ran the A1 GP team for Australia. Son of Stan Jones, who won the 1959 Australian Grand Prix.

Biography last updated 14 Feb 2015