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Eddie Jordan, F1 Team Owner and Media Icon, Dies at 76

The founder of Jordan Grand Prix and beloved TV pundit passed away in Cape Town after battling aggressive cancer.

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Formula One - F1 - 2004 Chinese Grand Prix - Shanghai - China - Race , September 26, 2004 Ron Dennis - McLaren Team Boss with Eddie Jordan - Jordan Team Boss  Action Images via Reuters/John Marsh/File Photo
Jordan (left) gave Schumacher (right) his F1 debut in 1991.
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Overview

  • Eddie Jordan, who founded the Jordan Grand Prix team and gave Michael Schumacher his Formula One debut, has died at 76 in Cape Town, South Africa.
  • Jordan battled aggressive bladder and prostate cancer for over a year, which had spread to his spine and pelvis.
  • Known for his charisma, Jordan transitioned to a successful media career after selling his F1 team in 2005, becoming a popular pundit on BBC and Channel 4.
  • Beyond motorsport, he was a dedicated philanthropist, raising millions for youth homelessness and cancer research, and recently leading efforts to revive the London Irish Rugby Club.
  • Tributes from across the motorsport community highlight his lasting legacy, with F1 figures praising his energy, wit, and impact on the sport.