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Button pays respects to ‘perfect role model' Sir Frank

Jenson Button says his former boss at Williams, Sir Frank Williams, was the 'perfect role model' for 'anyone'. Sir Frank, who sadly passed away aged 79, cemented his legacy in Formula 1 as the most successful team boss of all time, overseeing a haul of 16 world titles in his time as Williams team principal from 1977-2020. During that time he offered a start in Formula 1 to several drivers who went on to become key names of the sport, including Button, who made his breakthrough with Williams back in 2000. Ultimately completing his Formula 1 career with a World Championship and 15 race wins to his name, Button made his admiration for Sir Frank clear, explaining that the way he devoted...
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