Eddie Jordan, former Formula 1 team owner and pundit, passed away at 76 after battling cancer. He is remembered for founding Jordan Grand Prix and giving Michael Schumacher his debut. His broadcasting career included roles at the BBC and Channel 4, and he recently launched a podcast with David Coulthard. He is survived by his wife, Marie, and four children.
Eddie Jordan, the renowned former Formula 1 team owner, television pundit, and entrepreneur, has passed away at the age of 76 after a battle with prostate and bladder cancer. The announcement of his death came from his family, revealing that he had kept his illness private while seeking treatment throughout 2024. He died peacefully surrounded by family in Cape Town on March 20, 2025.
Jordan was best known for founding Jordan Grand Prix, which competed in Formula 1 from 1991 to 2005. He is notable for having given Michael Schumacher his F1 debut at the 1991 Belgian Grand Prix. Prior to entering F1, Jordan successfully managed a junior racing team that included notable driver Martin Brundle in the 1983 British F3 season.
In 1998, Jordan celebrated his first grand prix victory as a team principal when Damon Hill won the rain-soaked Belgian Grand Prix. Jordan then aimed for the F1 World Championship in 1999 with driver Heinz-Harald Frentzen, who claimed two race victories before finishing third in the championship standings. Unfortunately, the team faced difficulties following the loss of a Honda engine deal in 2002.
Jordan sold his team to Russian businessman Alex Shnaider in 2005, although the Jordan name remained for that season before transforming into Midland F1 in 2006. The team’s name would eventually evolve into Spyker, Force India, and currently Aston Martin. Jordan also played a significant role as a manager for the renowned engineer Adrian Newey.
Jordan transitioned to a broadcasting career in 2009 as a BBC F1 pundit, joining David Coulthard, Jake Humphrey, and later Suzi Perry. He notably speculated about Lewis Hamilton’s switch to Mercedes weeks before the official announcement in 2012. After the BBC lost its broadcast rights, he joined Channel 4 and briefly hosted Top Gear, alongside launching a podcast titled “Formula for Success” in collaboration with Coulthard in 2023.
He is survived by his wife, Marie, and their four children. As the racing community mourns, RacingNews365 extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Eddie Jordan during this difficult time.
The passing of Eddie Jordan marks the end of an era for Formula 1, as he was a vibrant figure both on and off the circuit. His contributions to the sport as a team owner and his later role as a television pundit showcased his passion and expertise in motorsport. His legacy will continue to influence future generations in racing.
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