Ron Dennis: Mastermind Behind McLaren's F1 Legacy

Ron Dennis: Mastermind Behind McLaren's F1 Legacy | Exclusive Interview

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In this exclusive interview, delve into the extraordinary journey of Ron Dennis, the legendary CEO and mastermind behind McLaren's unparalleled success in Formula 1. As one of the most influential figures in motorsport history, Ron Dennis's leadership and vision transformed McLaren into a powerhouse of innovation and achievement.
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Join us as Ron Dennis reflects on his remarkable career, sharing insights into his rise to prominence, his strategies for success, and the pivotal moments that defined McLaren's dominance on the F1 circuit. From working alongside iconic drivers and visionary engineers to shaping the future of automotive technology, Dennis's story is a testament to relentless dedication and unwavering passion for excellence.
Discover the behind-the-scenes anecdotes and untold stories that illuminate Dennis's unparalleled journey in motorsport. Whether you're a die-hard F1 fan or a casual enthusiast, this captivating interview offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a true racing legend.
Don't miss out on this exclusive conversation with Ron Dennis, where he shares the secrets behind McLaren's triumphs and his enduring legacy in the world of Formula 1. Hit play now and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of motorsport history!
Ron Dennis: Mastermind Behind McLaren's F1 Legacy | Exclusive Interview
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@nicholasfloyd370 21 күн бұрын

Met this man about 20yrs ago. Was working in a very exclusive private golf course. It was actually a Phillip Morris event. I had an old Monaco programme that I asked Ron if he could sign it. No problem he says,see me when I'm leaving. I was actually not at reception when he checked out but another part of the course estate. Mr Dennis waited at least 20 minutes for me to appear. Signed it had a chat and shook my hand and left. An absolute gentleman. Would love to meet him again.

@paulanthonynelson2733 17 күн бұрын

That was humble of.him, and to think your gesture of a random signature request might even even made his day, given his commitment to it!

@daviddickinson6346 21 күн бұрын

I cannot believe he lost control of McLaren, as people say it was his team, he was ousted because he had a different vision. Sad but he will always be remembered as the man that made McLaren what it is today no question.

@smith2781 16 күн бұрын

Unfortunately that’s what happens when you have to have share holders which he needed to do his road car production.

@richardsellers8671 14 күн бұрын

His failing out Mansour Ojjeh was pivotal. Ojjeh very much had the ear of the Bahrainis who where by now majority shareholders.

@HTAKJGW 11 күн бұрын

He denies this. Said he wanted to leave. He was 70 and was done. The “issue” and dispute was the price of his shares.

@jakejohal6672 21 күн бұрын

Ron’s commitment will never be replicated.

@richardwathen7627 15 күн бұрын

I have never seen this interview. But I worked directly for Ron as a consultant for AV and IT in the development of the MTC. A very difficult man to work for but I totally understood his desire for perfection and attention to detail. Such was my ability to work to his standards, he then employed me to work with the team as a consultant again designing the on track hospitality buildings. I have never worked with any other client that had such high standards and for me this was the best pressure I ever had. As an F1 fan there was only one other F1 project I did (Jordan) this was the one I was most proud of. Thank you Ron

@paul-ie6wi 14 күн бұрын

Wow that’s amazing xxx

@jmahony2944 20 күн бұрын

I was lucky enough to do some helicopter charter flights for McLaren's guests in the early 90's at the British and European Grand Prix. My experience of Ron was that he was a man of the utmost integrity who was always gracious and kind to deal with as an individual. His achievement's in business is a shining example to all of us. I was absolutely appalled how he was treated by the other share holders of McLaren and how he was effectively ousted out of the company he built to the powerhouse it is today. At last he has been given the Knighthood that was many years overdue. Best wishes Ron and many thanks for the help you gave me.

@HIGHLANDER555 15 күн бұрын

I did a flying lap in the McLaren chopper at Silverstone for pre-British GP. Thrilling experience for ordinary fan.

@paul-ie6wi 10 күн бұрын

Didn’t he throw Gerard burgers briefcase out of a helicopter once? Maybe was senna….maybe I have got this story wrong 😂😂

@robk181 4 күн бұрын

@@paul-ie6wiSenna was showing Berger his fancy super strong carbon fibre briefcase, so Gerhard tested it by gravity from the chopper

@paul-ie6wi 4 күн бұрын

@@robk181 hahahahah that sounds about right ! lol cheers man

@kizfrancis1838 20 күн бұрын

A true legend who helped architect today’s F1, I only wish we he was in F1 now.

@northern957 20 күн бұрын

Shame about the persistent, droning background music. Distracting and unnecessary. Still a great insight into a real F1 hero

@paulsontag9233 14 күн бұрын

It’s to avoid copyright issues and,as such measures are, not intrusive at all.

@Jacob-jo4px 21 күн бұрын

Probably the most insightful interview I've ever heard.

@tjantilag 20 күн бұрын

Thank you Ron for your contributions to F1 history. What a legend.

@Smellindamix 20 күн бұрын

Absolute hats off to the producers of this. Incredible to hear Ron Dennis who was so private and reserved to be so open and intimate. Very inspirational man

@Stan-lq9ud 19 күн бұрын

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@TedReimann 22 күн бұрын

I've always loved Ron's work ethic and respect him immensely the way he started with nothing and built up McLaren to the multi million pound F1 Racing team. I miss him at the track.

@jezzter4293 19 күн бұрын

I was overjoyed to work for McLaren & meet Ron. Great bloke. Tough boss yes, but that's needed to make a winning Team. It was great to meet him & a pleasure to work for him

@rocker1313 17 күн бұрын

Senna and Dennis are the reason i am a Mclaren fan to this day.

@Tj930 20 күн бұрын

Always liked Ron. Appreciate not everybody does. (No, never met him and don't know him personally.) But I like him.

@studiolezard 10 күн бұрын

I once commented to Mark Priestley "Where's Ron Dennis when we need him". He agreed. I don't think that Mr. Dennis needs to worry about his legacy with regard to the public at large. He is well above the corporate bean counters.

@citycarpartscitycarparts940 20 күн бұрын

Thank you Ron for your contributions to F1 history. An absolute gentleman.

@tsmith7146 12 күн бұрын

Other than his obvious stunning contribution to Mclaren's Formula 1 history, I admire the way he let Gordon Murray design his own road car, with no interference and just let him get on with it. Result was the F1, the greatest road car (in my opinion) ever made.

@perfesserbob 20 күн бұрын

Aside from Bruce himself, Ron WAS McLaren. I've sure missed him. Thanks!

@HIGHLANDER555 15 күн бұрын

Just an ordinary fan but joined McLaren's fanclub. Got Tag Heuer watches at a fabulous discount when they were more than a £1000 over 20 years ago. Got a day loose in the paddock all access for pre-British GP testing and a flying lap round the circuit in a McLaren helicopter. Went to Belgium on a team organised trip; we all got embroidered McLaren Polo shirts with our individual name on it and taken into the pitlane after qualifying. I got a visit to McLaren HQ with my Dad for an organised tour. I even got to write an article for their magazine Racing Line. I cannot thank Sir Ron enough for making all these opportunities available to ordinary fans who aren't wealthy, sponsors or corporate guests. Compare this to the vast majority of teams not even bothering to allow visits to their facilities or if you are prepared to do so, pay £300 for a 2 hour tour of the RB factory in Milton Keynes per person.

@pierovittori1076 19 күн бұрын

This interview is a gold nugget after one other, from beginning to end. Do not underestimate the passage about social media. Utterly mind blowing for how he puts it down so simply and raw. And so true. As an italian born in between the motorvalley and Valentino Rossi's Tavullia, super fan of Ferrari and Gilles in particular I've always seen Ron Dennis as an enemy and the evil. Growing up I've learned to respect him to the highest degree. I have the deepest admiration for him as an enterpreneur, a leader, a sage of motorsport and not last for his humanity as emerged in many occasions especially in his relationship with Ayrton. Even more than I could ever respect or admire Enzo.

@TheXJRMAN 16 күн бұрын

Enzo, Colin Campman, Ron, John Cooper, Bruce McLaren, Ken Tyrell, Frank Williams....who wins?! All of them, all cut from the same cloth. Brilliant men, driven by competition, all their cars reflect that, without them we would drive boxes.

@paulfinch5417 10 күн бұрын

I smiled when he made reference to social media … couldnt agree more … a wonderful interview and such a gentleman, thought but fair from the commentary seen here

@markokovac2015 21 күн бұрын

Even today, when I think of McLaren, it's impossible not to think about Mr Dennis. It is not easy, seeking perfection, but sometimes having to settle for less....

@ianborg905 20 күн бұрын

So so disgusting that he was ousted by McLaren's shareholders!! They should be ashamed of themselves. He was a massive visionary. He bui McLaren into the giant brand it is today. He deserves so much credit

@richardhartley7094 15 күн бұрын

No friends in business a cliche I know but very true

@guybrown8971 10 күн бұрын

When I lived in Surrey.. id help my mum on her sandwich round (1986 1985)...I think...we used to sell out of the boot of her lancia fulvia..mclaren were working out of a large shed near Harry Mannings garage...and Ron gave me mclaren/Malboro. Stickers for the entire season..his drivers hated each other...prost and senna..( I never met them)...Great man .

@jeroendesterke9739 3 күн бұрын

I did some design work for a Woking company which had an accountant who had also been employed by McLaren during the Kimi Raikkonen days. Apparently, the fun-loving Kimi had dropped his trousers at some London club and of which a stolen photo appeared in a daily rag. Both Kimi and his manager were hauled in front of a furious Ron whose office was well down the corridor of the accountant who said that it might as well have been right next door judging by the volume of Ron's screaming.

@markscenic8331 19 күн бұрын

I'd take F1 personalities like Dennis and Williams every time over the crop of showbiz team managers of today.

@barry5138 18 күн бұрын

That Toto lad is a bore

@zoomerzoomer-jn7rf 19 күн бұрын

So pleased this interview has resurfaced! Love just hearing him talk un- interrupted and openly about his whole career. Watched this many times before.

@joshuabernal7099 20 күн бұрын

Ron is one of the F1 greats

@ThatMicro43Guy 21 күн бұрын

I am a qualified business advisor and mentor, my degrees are in business management. Nothing on my courses remotely match up with how Ron managed his businesses. He is amazing. I have wondered for years as I watched him on tv at races and in interviews if I would get on with him personally. I believe I would because he seems to have the one quality I put above all others and that is integrity. He seems to be a person who values integrity very highly and I really respect him for that. Would I get on with him as a boss? I highly doubt it, he would drive me mad, would I enjoy his company as a friend? I believe I would and I believe he would reciprocate. But I think we’d have some spirited discussions where we disagree. Great man

@gaycha6589 20 күн бұрын

He was also absolutely ruthless..that's glossed over in this vid......and single-minded ruthlessness is a vital quality in his success story. The folk who eventually ousted him from McLaren were also equally ruthless. That does not mean unethical.

@chrisillingworth7967 21 күн бұрын

amazing mclaren will always be Rons team

@Nipajim 16 күн бұрын

As one of those who worked for Ron back in the Rondel days (73), he was obviously a man who was going places, for me it's been fascinating to watch his journey for the last 50 yrs !! #timeflies

@scotie690 19 күн бұрын

I was waiting for years for this documentary. It always touch me life stories as Ron’s. The level of commitment and heart to achieve his dreams is an example for all of us. The way he dealt with Senna was capital to capture my attention. What the shareholders did with him is just an example of how vicious money can be. Wish you the very best Sir Ron. You’re a true gentleman. Thanks for sharing the video.

@conlethbyrne4809 19 күн бұрын

It is a very open and honest interview without an interviewer of McLaren's boss, Ron Dennis Heay, and in your face, honesty. Full of respect for this gentleman. Slainte 👍 ❤

@ronniet906 20 күн бұрын

Ron, What a wonderful engineer, entrepreneur, family man and humanitarian. High morals and to the point. A mind of knowledge. Thanks of the negotiation and marketing tips Ron. "Positioning McLaren as a technology company first" 👍 Way ahead of everyone again. Consulting your services out is a great way to foster internal talent, attract new talent and reduce R&D costs for your F1 team. John Barnard "Leave the hole exposed to remind me on a daily bases I made a mistake" perfection 👌 Ohh, What anyone of use here would do for a sit down and chat with Ron over coffee.

@josephhajjar9511 4 күн бұрын

Excelent interview. Ron Dennis is a great entrepreneour. He has made Mclaren what it is today and years to come. Congratulations.

@levanoni 27 күн бұрын

Brad Pitt. This is the movie you should have made

@gertjanzuidema 12 күн бұрын

Mr Dennis, you will have lifelong respect for what you did for Ayrton after the 1989 GP in Japan, defending him with all that passion! Thank you for that.

@CAESER226 20 күн бұрын

Im still surprised that no other team for example Aston Martin or Williams got Ron Dennid on board. He would be my first call if I were Stroll or Dolton Capital.

@KevinMichaels 20 күн бұрын

He Will always Mr McLaren to me. There should be a statue erected in his honour, the team, in my opinion wouldn't be where they are today if it wasn't for the dedication and passion of Ron Dennis.

@Cosaamia 19 күн бұрын

Being a Ferrari supporter all my life I used to hate Ron. But I have to admit and after listening to this he was a genius. He has my admiration. He always will be McLaren. Irreplaceable.

@Martinec1998 16 күн бұрын

Happy 77th birthday Ron!

@Smellindamix 19 күн бұрын

We would not know the name Lewis Hamilton had it not been for Ron Dennis. Would love to hear him discuss meeting him

@petertownsend2255 6 күн бұрын

Really enjoyed this Ron is one of my top 10 leaders in sports and business

@theochristofi1071 19 күн бұрын

Very insightful ....A real catalyst on what he did in F1 and his succeses.. Will go down in History

@Child9Music 19 күн бұрын

Thinking back, Ron was right about the exclusive engine deal with Honda. now look how successful Red Bull has been with that engine, this could and should have been McLaren.

@julianharris1962 21 күн бұрын

Very insightful and inspiring. Thank you.

@FrontWing-EndPlate 16 күн бұрын

Absolute legend of a man, for what he has achieved in the sport.. not many who wouldn't take their hat of to Big Ron!!! McLaren to the core.. 💥💥💥💥

@robertely686 20 күн бұрын

This was every bit as exciting as an F1 race. Thank goodness most sports are run as businesses now

@basfordmf1 19 күн бұрын

Really enjoyed this,. never had the pleasure of meeting the man, but hopefully one day. thank you to the producers of this video.

@JB-xd9dr 19 күн бұрын

Great insights. Thx. I’ve followed F1 since the 80s and didn’t know many of the things Ron spoke about. BUT - given it was so long, I found the background music a real annoyance. In fact almost disrespectful to Ron as it’s not needed. His words alone are what it’s all about. Please consider to edit. At least dial down the volume. Blimey I’m towards then end @1.36 the volume is just ridiculous! And so distracting. It really cheapens it.

@McLarenFaithful 19 күн бұрын

Hi - thank you for your feedback! Greatly appreciate it🧡

@juliandrake7862 16 күн бұрын

Great video. Did a tour 20 years ago of the McLaren Headquarters in Woking after a lunch with Jack Brabham. This video gives great context to that memory.

@peterallison290 16 күн бұрын

Haha! At 1:19:00 Ron mentions the NZ Americas Cup team came and asked McLaren to explain composites to them...they went away, they didn't have any money! Pretty much sums up any outfit from NZ. But probably also summed up Bruce McLaren several decades earlier. Lots of ideas and effort but no money, at least to start with. I found that quite interesting. Not sure Ron saw the irony.

@stevebutterworth 18 күн бұрын

Fantastic interview. What a legend. Would love to meet Ron.

@brianwilcock3980 14 күн бұрын

What a top man

@Stan-lq9ud 19 күн бұрын

So what do we think? I admire his own perspective; I don't agree with everything but I do believe he was a visionary for F1. John Barnard is a proper bloke and an absolute geezer ❤

@piping9153 17 күн бұрын

Adore Mr Dennis. Amazing thanks a lot

@neddy1287 12 күн бұрын

I never copped it that he had a accident with the Jaguar car he had at a young age and conflicted a large amount of cuts as I only noticed the scars just now. Jeez he is lucky to be alive and tell the tales of his life

@scoobydoo5164 Ай бұрын

What a fantastic insight into one of the greatest names in formula one

@richardknapton7016 20 күн бұрын

Great insight into the man’s thinking. I found the recollection of working with Hercules and carbon fibre fascinating.

@andrewstorm8240 21 күн бұрын

Never knew about the Graham Hill angle

@Tracertme 21 күн бұрын

McLaren as a business has never been the same ever again…it is such a shame ❤

@MrPod15 2 күн бұрын

Ron McLaren Dennis, entrepreneur.’Nuf said!

@tonydownunder5703 20 күн бұрын

What a incredible interview 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

@davidtreichelpppj5304 18 күн бұрын

Another one of those interesting persons in F1 . It's the communication of the individuals that got me interested in it . Good presentation of Ron here . I went and looked up the McLaren HQ ....Nice !!!

@Fifou001 2 күн бұрын

his name is actually Ron Winning Dennis Machine!

@smokeybirdman 16 күн бұрын

Senna, Prost and Dennis = McLaren ❤

@ducati916SPS 6 күн бұрын

Bruce Maclaren founder, Ron Dennis built it......🇬🇧

@PROJECTileKN1FE 11 күн бұрын

A humble man...

@adz4u28 18 күн бұрын

100% grit, 100% legend.

@rudhi87 20 күн бұрын

Really miss him in F1.

@ramirogarcia1967 20 күн бұрын

What Hamilton did to him.. will never be forgiven.

@joaopaulopassarelli6636 20 күн бұрын

Sorry, but Hamilton is a scoundrel, a bad character, a puppet of globalism, a coward, a traitor to humanity by supporting globalism, the biggest farce F1 has ever had.

@steventrimble2275 3 сағат бұрын

Great video! Drop the background music though.

@boing615 18 күн бұрын

Great interview but I'd drop the dystopian soundtrack if it was me.

@lindadonald348 17 күн бұрын

F1 legend

@mikestewart5466 21 күн бұрын

Will the book be written soon?

@frankiecella158 14 күн бұрын

One Word.....Goat ..!!

@Coatsey007 19 күн бұрын

An awesome individual.

@jamieosh70 20 күн бұрын

Ron IS McLaren. McLaren is a shadow of itself without him. You only need to visit MTC and see the mismatched floor tiles and other such lack of attention to detail. Ron would never have settled for such things, McLaren was all about high technology and attention to detail.

@calumscott8737 19 күн бұрын

Being a long time McLaren fan I've got as much respect for Ron as anyone however the reality was that when he left the organisation the team had the worst engine, one of the worst chassis, it had fallen well behind in facilities, had a poor book of sponsors and wasn't addressing its shortcomings in management structure. The tiles at the MTC may have all been uniform however they were 9th in the constructors.

@markayers9918 18 күн бұрын

Perfectionist

@MikeC1965 18 күн бұрын

Hope he one days pens an Autobiography.

@davidorama6690 19 күн бұрын

Amazingly insightful interview. Thank you for posting, Ron Dennis is as great an F1 figure as Lauda or Enzo or Brabham himself.

@adilchaudhry3058 18 күн бұрын

Rons....pit bull face.....what a legend.....

@michaelrosquist9965 21 күн бұрын

There will be a statue of him one day in the boulevard, i just hope he will be there to accept it, and they dont wait to long

@vodevick 19 күн бұрын

Great chap! And another thing: ”The noise, the smell!” Soon that will be all but a memory in a dream😢

@-dash 10 күн бұрын

I managed to misread the title as “Ron DeSantis”. I was reading the comments totally confused for a minute there

@hishers251 23 күн бұрын

Thanks for the video, I enjoyed hearing RD’s journey.

@shanefanon 19 күн бұрын

Not bad. Thanks.

@giuliocodacci-pisanelli5141 15 күн бұрын

No question that Mr Dennis is a titanic profile in F1 history up there with Cooper, Ferrari and Chapman plus very few others. The acquisition of McLaren's control is a masterpiece as it is the decision to hire John Barnard. It is the closing remark "I am a very principled person" which leaves the audience puzzled if someone remembers the Ferrari gate and the ensuing lying to the FIA which started his downfall . An unpleasant blot on his copybook otherwise perfect.

@nickward7251 16 күн бұрын

I think you will find that is Gordon Murray

@user-ps3qk3xl2d 21 күн бұрын

When was this made? Thx

@thelord7878 21 күн бұрын

2017

@peterk8874 20 күн бұрын

He still looks very young with 76. Didn't age much in the last 30 years

@donwest5387 16 күн бұрын

stock price?

@GlenB-qo7wd 21 күн бұрын

Mclaren will always be associated with Ron Dennis with out him and his vision it wouldn't be the company it is today. Its shameful the way he was ousted out of the company he built. To think he got A Senna on the toss of a coin 😂

@joaopaulopassarelli6636 20 күн бұрын

If Ron hadn't put his hard work and passion into Mclaren, Bruce Mclaren's legacy would have been in vain. Two big names from one big brand, Mclaren. Mclaren was Senna's home, we saw how sad he was when leaving it. If there is a mistake that Ron made, it was not looking for what was best for Senna to remain at Mclaren. Of his 10 years and 3 races in 1994 in F1, Senna was only in one winning team in Mclaren's six years and his numbers and achievements haunt the world to this day. It was 2nd in the championship in 1993 with the third strongest engine in F1 that year, leaving everyone behind except Prost and that otherworldly car. Imagine if he had been on winning teams for 18 years like Hamilton is, the puppet of globalism, traitor to humanity, what would Senna have achieved? The last, the unique, the best. This is Senna and his Mclaren.