Eddie Jordan, Renowned F1 Team Owner, Passes Away at 76

Eddie Jordan, former F1 team owner and TV pundit, died at 76 after battling cancer. His family confirmed he passed peacefully in Cape Town. Jordan’s career included significant achievements with Jordan Grand Prix and contributions to motorsport through media. He is survived by his wife and four children.

Eddie Jordan has passed away at the age of 76 after a prolonged battle with prostate and bladder cancer. His family announced that he died peacefully surrounded by loved ones in Cape Town on March 20, 2025. Jordan had revealed in late 2024 that he was contending with this illness but had chosen to keep it private as he underwent treatment.

Jordan, an Irishman, founded the Jordan Grand Prix team, which participated in Formula 1 from 1991 to 2005. He notably facilitated Michael Schumacher’s debut at the 1991 Belgian Grand Prix. His foray into F1 followed a successful experience in junior racing, notably with Martin Brundle in the 1983 British F3 season.

His inaugural victory as a team principal came with Damon Hill’s triumph at the 1998 Belgian Grand Prix amidst controversial team orders. In 1999, Jordan aimed for the F1 world championship, driven by Heinz-Harald Frentzen, achieving two race wins before eventually finishing third in the standings. However, difficulties followed, including the loss of a key Honda engine deal, leading to the eventual sale of the team.

The Jordan Grand Prix brand transitioned through several identities, ultimately becoming Aston Martin, while Jordan enjoyed a successful tenure as a television pundit. He joined the BBC in 2009 and later moved to Channel 4 following the BBC’s loss of broadcast rights. In 2012, he was the first to suggest Lewis Hamilton’s move to Mercedes before it was officially announced.

In 2023, Jordan launched a podcast titled “Formula for Success” alongside David Coulthard. He is survived by his wife Marie and their four children. RacingNews365 extends its heartfelt condolences to Jordan’s family and friends during this difficult time.

Eddie Jordan, a prominent figure in Formula 1 and a respected television pundit, has passed away at the age of 76 after a struggle with cancer. He will be remembered for his contributions to motorsport, including leading the Jordan Grand Prix to significant successes and his insightful commentary during his broadcasting career. His legacy will endure through his family and the marks he left on the world of racing.

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