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Jenson Button

Racing driver Jenson Button: Formula 1 world champion and a true legend of the track

Jenson Button is a British former Formula 1 driver best known for winning the World Championship in 2009 with Brawn GP. Born on January 19, 1980, in Frome, England, Button made his F1 debut in 2000 with Williams and went on to compete for several teams, including Benetton, Renault, BAR, Honda, and McLaren. Button's career was marked by his smooth driving style, consistency, and resilience, which culminated in his surprise championship win during the only season Brawn GP competed. He later enjoyed several successful years with McLaren, forming a strong partnership with Lewis Hamilton and later, Fernando Alonso. After retiring from full-time racing in 2016, Button continued to compete in various motorsport series, including the Super GT in Japan, where he won the championship in 2018. Off the track, he is known for his charismatic personality and contributions as a commentator and analyst in the motorsport world.

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