‘Unbeatable’ Button thrilled as McLaren dominate in Oz

Jenson Button’s celebratory message over the team radio said it all as he launched his bid for a second Formula One world title with a stunning victory in Australia.

With adrenaline naturally pumping after arguably one of the most perfect drives of his career, and after having led at Melbourne’s Albert Park for all but one of the 58 laps, Button said: “The car is beautiful and she’s quick. What a way to start the season.”

It was Button’s third victory in the past four years Down Under, his 13th in Formula One, six of them now with McLaren.