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Jenson Button considered retiring from F1

McLaren-Honda driver Jenson Button has admitted he considered retiring from Formula 1 at the end of this season, only committing to a new contract for 2016 after weeks of uncertainty. 'Last year I wasn't sure if I'd be racing and it wasn't my choice,' Button told Sky Sports. 'This year it was totally my choice and there was a moment where I thought ‘I not sure I want to do this anymore and be where we are'. 'Obviously if we are where we are right now next year, it is not going to be that enjoyable.' McLaren have struggled this season with engine and reliability issues, with only achieving ninth in the 2015 Constructors' Standings, but the Briton says he has been encouraged by...
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