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Eddie Jordan: The charismatic entrepreneur who shook up Formula One looses cancer battle at 76

by March 20, 2025
March 20, 2025
Eddie Jordan: The charismatic entrepreneur who shook up Formula One looses cancer battle at 76

Eddie Jordan, the flamboyant and fiercely independent Formula One team owner, businessman, and TV pundit, has passed away at the age of 76.

A larger-than-life figure in motorsport, Jordan was best known for founding the Jordan Grand Prix team, which brought a refreshing, rebellious energy to F1 in the 1990s. His eye for talent helped launch the careers of some of the sport’s greatest drivers, including Michael Schumacher and Eddie Irvine.

Born in Dublin in 1948, Jordan’s early life was shaped by his sharp business instincts and love for racing. Abandoning a career in banking, he threw himself into motorsport, starting as a driver in Formula Ford before shifting to team management. His shrewd deal-making skills kept his teams afloat in a sport increasingly dominated by big manufacturers and corporate giants.

In 1991, his Jordan Grand Prix team made a stunning F1 debut, and while financial struggles were constant, the outfit became known for its daring moves—most notably giving a little-known Michael Schumacher his first break in Formula One. Though Schumacher was swiftly poached by Benetton, it was a testament to Jordan’s ability to spot raw talent.

Despite battling against better-funded teams, Jordan’s operation scored its first F1 victory in 1998 with Damon Hill at the Belgian Grand Prix. A year later, Jordan’s team reached its peak, finishing third in the constructors’ championship behind only Ferrari and McLaren. His cars, emblazoned with bold sponsors such as 7Up and Benson & Hedges, were as striking as the man himself.

But as F1 became increasingly corporate, Jordan found himself on the back foot. He sold his team in 2005, marking the end of an era for independent teams in the sport. However, he remained a prominent and outspoken figure, later transitioning into TV punditry, where his trademark charisma and no-nonsense approach won him a new legion of fans.

Outside of racing, Jordan was a serial entrepreneur, investing in ventures ranging from football and rugby clubs to luxury yachts. He was also a dedicated philanthropist, supporting cancer charities and mentoring young people with troubled backgrounds.

Never one to blend into the background, Jordan lived life at full throttle—whether it was partying with rock stars, making business deals over red wine, or telling Bernie Ecclestone exactly what he thought. His larger-than-life personality, relentless ambition, and knack for reinvention made him one of the most captivating figures in modern motorsport.

Eddie Jordan, Formula One team owner, businessman, and TV pundit, was born on 30 March 1948 and passed away on 20 March 2025, aged 76.

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