F1-Ron Dennis steps down...

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As had been suggested, Ron Dennis has announced that he is to officially step down from his role of team principal at McLaren-Mercedes before the start of the 2009 Formula 1 campaign – passing on the mantle to the squad's current CEO Martin Whitmarsh.

Rumours first began to sweep the F1 paddock in 2007 that Dennis would soon relinquish his role, following a season marred by a tempestuous and ultimately destructive relationship with former double world champion Fernando Alonso, the infamous ‘Spygate' saga that culminated in an unprecedented £100 million fine and divorce from his wife of 22 years, Lisa.

The 61-year-old has held the most powerful position at the Woking-based outfit for almost three decades, since 1981, during which time his expertise has helped to lead the team to no fewer than ten drivers' crowns and seven constructors' titles.


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Maybe his replacement will be really awful and it will completely ruin McLarens ability to win races.

No but seriously Dennis has been around for a long time its too bad he's leaving.