Eddie Jordan, former Formula One team owner, has died at 76 after battling prostate cancer. He was renowned for his team’s successful history and notable contributions to the sport, including giving Michael Schumacher his debut. F1’s chief executive, Stefano Domenicali, shared condolences, reflecting on Jordan’s lively spirit and significance in Formula One history.
Eddie Jordan, the former Formula One team owner, has passed away at the age of 76, as announced by his family. The Irishman was diagnosed with an aggressive form of bladder and prostate cancer, which had spread to his spine and pelvis, a condition he revealed in December. He died peacefully in Cape Town surrounded by his family on March 20, 2025.
The family expressed their grief through a statement, noting, “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie Jordan OBE, the ex-Formula 1 team owner, TV pundit, and entrepreneur… He will be missed by so many people, but he leaves us with tonnes of great memories to keep us smiling through our sorrow.”
Jordan’s team entered 250 races from 1991 to 2005, securing four victories. His most notable moment came during the 1998 Belgian Grand Prix, where Damon Hill clinched a one-two finish for the team. He is also recognized for giving Michael Schumacher his Formula One debut at the 1991 Belgian Grand Prix, marking the beginning of Schumacher’s journey to seven world championships.
Stefano Domenicali, the chief executive of Formula One, expressed his condolences, stating, “We are deeply saddened to hear about the sudden loss of Eddie Jordan… Eddie has been a protagonist of an era of F1 and he will be deeply missed. In this moment of sorrow, my thoughts and those of the entire Formula One family are with his family and loved ones.”
Eddie Jordan’s legacy in Formula One is marked by his charismatic personality and significant contributions, especially in mentoring drivers like Michael Schumacher and achieving historic victories. His passing leaves a profound void in the motorsport community, with many remembering him fondly. Jordan’s impact will be celebrated alongside heartfelt memories shared by family and friends.
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