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Ron Dennis is among those to have been recognised on the 2024 New Year honours list with a knighthood. In this extract from a 2021 piece, here’s how Mark Hughes characterised the McLaren F1 team Dennis shaped in his vision
Ron Dennis, the former McLaren Formula 1 team principal, has been awarded a knighthood on the 2024 New Year honours list for his contributions to industry and charity. Dennis’s leadership at McLaren from 1981-2016 transformed the struggling team into a powerhouse of the sport, increasing its size from around 50 employees to approximately 800. He was known for his ambitious vision, attention to detail, and strong business acumen, which allowed him to bring in significant investments and partners. The team’s success under Dennis included the introduction of a groundbreaking carbon fiber car and their domination of the sport in the mid-1980s with the McLaren-TAG MP4/2. This recognition highlights Dennis’s instrumental role in McLaren’s success and impact on the sport of Formula 1.
