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Tyler Alexander (born 2 September 1940 - died 7 January 2016) was an United States person who worked for the McLaren team.

Tyler James Alexander (TJA), a pioneering figure in motorsports, co-founded the McLaren F1 Team in 1963, leaving an indelible mark on the sport. In a career spanning over 50 years, Tyler experienced the highs and lows of motor racing—triumphs, disasters, pressure, overcoming failures, and personal losses. As a passionate team player with a keen sense of humour, his "Tyler-isms" became part of racing folklore.

Born in 1940 in Weymouth, Massachusetts, Tyler's perfectionism and motivational skills led McLaren to Can-Am and Indy 500 victories. Notable engineers like Adrian Newey and Ross Brawn passed through his stable, acknowledging his mentorship.

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