Former McLaren team principal Ron Dennis: Why he is involved in philanthropy

(Motorsport-Entire.com) – “I have taken a completely new direction,” says Ron Dennis. Indeed: 2017 according to his own statement he sold all shares in companies that he had owned up to then. Today he has nothing to do with motorsport or McLaren, including the racing team and the car giant, which he has both managed for decades.

“My world is now the philanthropic,” says Dennis in conversation with 'Sky' . Means: Dennis is committed to charitable causes, but does not seek its own benefit, but the well-being of everyone involved.

For example, in the ongoing coronavirus crisis in which Dennis saved from family savings donated around one million euros to the National Health Service NHS in Great Britain .

So Dennis explains his new perspective

To justify actions like this, Dennis takes a little swing and explains: “I remember how some companies had a legacy after World War II. Mars, Total Motors, Coca-Cola. They had one Legacy because they were involved in the war. “

” There were individuals and brands who took the other path. Their legacy is that they just didn't show the flag, but if they did so feel good, then it should be like this. “

” My legacy will be: I have the best tried possible – with knowledge, trip and attention to detail, as well as the characteristics that distinguished my style during my active time in the commercial world. “

No criticism of the former competition

A judgment about others, especially from the Formula 1 scene , Dennis doesn't want to pretend. Everyone had to deal with the current coronavirus mother in his own way. Some groups, for example, focus on short-time work and cut wages.

“I will not criticize anyone,” says Dennis. “The bottom line is that everyone has to do what as soon as he sees fit. They have to live with their thoughts and with their actions. And they have to be satisfied with their reflection.”

Footballers, racing drivers or athletes in general, it's all entertainment. They have to live with their consciences. And some people have to do certain things out of commercial needs, just to ensure survival. “