2009 Formula 1 world champion Jenson Button has confirmed that the race in Abu Dhabi on Sunday is set to be the 305th and last Grand Prix of his career. The 36-year-old Englishman was due to take a 12-month sabbatical from racing with McLaren before returning to the grid for the 2018 Formula 1 season, however Button says that that is not likely to happen.
Ron Dennis says he is disappointed to have left his post as McLaren chairman, calling time on his 35-year tenure following a boardroom struggle. The 69-year-old owns 25% of the McLaren Group and will retain his shareholding despite being forced to step down as chief executive and chairman.