
Alan Jones
Awards & Honours
3
Awards Won
2
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Covers
2
Records
Alan Jones's achievements in motorsport are legendary, particularly his 1980 Formula One World Championship which marked a turning point for the Williams team. He remains the only Australian to win the title for Williams and the last Australian to win the Australian Grand Prix. His induction into the Motorsport Australia Hall of Fame solidifies his place among the greatest drivers in the country's history. The 1980 season, where he secured 12 victories, is often cited as one of the most dominant performances in F1 history. His legacy extends beyond racing into Australian media, where his decades of influence as a talkback host shaped public discourse.

Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Member of the Order of Australia
Awarded for services to motorsport and broadcasting
Motorsport Australia Hall of Fame Induction
Recognized for outstanding contributions to Australian motorsport
Rankings & Lists
Greatest Australian Drivers
Top 100 F1 Drivers of All Time
Magazine Covers
Vogue Australia
1980-12
The Champion
Motor Sport Magazine
1981-01
Jones: The King of Williams
Records & Feats
First Williams F1 Champion
First driver to win a World Championship for the Williams team
Last Australian GP Winner
Last Australian driver to win the Australian Grand Prix