Australian F1 world champion Alan Jones reportedly dies after illness

Reports across Australian and motorsport outlets say former Formula 1 world champion Alan Jones has died after a battle with illness. The items shared do not give further details on his death.

Timeline

1. 5 Nov, 01:30 UTCPicked up on News
2. 5 Nov, 01:30 UTCNine.com.au reports Jones's death
3. 5 Nov, 01:30 UTCAuto Action publishes tribute piece
4. 5 Nov, 01:56 UTCReached #1 on TrendHeat

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