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Formula One Honors Eddie Jordan with Tributes at Chinese Grand Prix

The motorsport community celebrated the life and legacy of the former team owner and mentor with symbolic gestures and a heartfelt memorial in Shanghai.

Horse Racing - Royal Ascot - Ascot Racecourse - 19 June, 2013 Formula One television pundit Eddie Jordan arrives at the racecourse Action Images via Reuters/Julian Herbert/File Photo
Former race driver Eddie Jordan of Ireland arrives at the track ahead of the third practice session of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix at the Marina Bay street circuit in Singapore September 21, 2013. REUTERS/Tim Chong/File Photo
Drivers pay tribute to former Formula One team owner Eddie Jordan before the Chinese Grand Prix
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Overview

  • Eddie Jordan, former Formula One team owner, passed away on March 20, 2025, at the age of 76 after battling prostate cancer.
  • The Chinese Grand Prix featured a tribute to Jordan, including a minute's applause and a video montage of his career highlights and personal moments.
  • Aston Martin, the current iteration of Jordan's former team, displayed a shamrock design with a heart-shaped leaf on their cars in his honor.
  • Jordan was celebrated for his contributions to motorsport, including mentoring Michael Schumacher and achieving success as an independent team owner with four Grand Prix wins.
  • Beyond racing, Jordan was remembered for his charisma, musical talent, and impact as a TV pundit, with footage of him playing drums featured in the memorial.