Iconic F1 team owner, Eddie Jordan has passed away at the age of 76.
Jordan was diagnosed with prostrate and bladder cancer in 2024 and after a lengthy battle, he passed away in the early hours of Thursday (20 March) morning.
The 76 year-old has held a long-lasting relationship with motorsport, having previously been a racing driver himself before he became a team owner and eventually founded Jordan Grand Prix, which participated in F1 between 1991 – 2005 and took four victories.
Their most famous victory came in 1998 when Damon Hill clinched a wet win at that season’s Belgian Grand Prix ahead of teammate, Ralf Schumacher in their first one-two finish in F1.
Wins in 1999 French and Italian plus 2003 Brazilian Grands Prix eventually followed before the team was sold to Midland F1 Racing in 2005, although the latter was confirmed upon appeal following a chaotic finish under red flag conditions.
Jordan went on to become a pundit for BBC’s coverage of F1 in 2009 and continued in the role following Channel 4’s acquisition of the UK free-to-air broadcasting rights in 2016.
“We are deeply saddened to hear about the sudden loss of Eddie Jordan,” commented F1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali upon learning of Jordan’s death.
“With his inexhaustible energy he always knew how to make people smile, remaining genuine and brilliant at all times.
“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 1 family are with his family and loved ones.”
Former BBC F1 presenter, Jake Humphrey paid his own personal tribute on social media platform, X, in which he spoke of Jordan’s ability to “hustle his way into the sport” and win hearts across teams and fans alike.
Utterly devastated.
EJ has left us.
Formula One won’t see the likes of Eddie ever again where a guy with a love for racing can hustle his way into the sport and end up winning races.
More important than race wins though, he won hearts. I will never forget how his face would… pic.twitter.com/GarukuYLDS
— Jake Humphrey (@mrjakehumphrey) March 20, 2025
F1 stars past and present soon followed with their own tributes to the iconic former F1 team principal. with Martin Brundle and Carlos Sainz amongst those to share their thoughts.
RIP my friend. Condolences to each and every one of your lovely family. What a character. What a rock star. What a racer. So many drivers owe you so much, you gave us our chances and believed in us. 🥲 pic.twitter.com/7yexhsxC0h
— Martin Brundle OBE (@MBrundleF1) March 20, 2025
Extremely sad to learn that Eddie has passed away. A true icon and loved character of our sport. Passionate, loyal and truly one of a kind. He will be dearly missed. R.I.P. pic.twitter.com/UDIP76WrOS
— Carlos Sainz (@Carlossainz55) March 20, 2025
RIP Eddy Jordan pic.twitter.com/dcWHYhqjal
— Heinz Harald Frentzen (@frentzen_hh) March 20, 2025
A very sad day. We have lost a true legend with a voice unlike any other both in and out of the sport. My thoughts and condolences are with Eddie’s family and loved ones at this time. Eddie, you will be missed by all of us and your impact will always be felt. We race this weekend… https://t.co/OVL8tEo8mk
— George Russell (@GeorgeRussell63) March 20, 2025
All at McLaren are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Eddie Jordan.
Eddie was a vibrant figure who always wore his heart on his sleeve. His passion for Formula 1 was enormous and he leaves an incredible legacy.
All of our thoughts are with his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/MSmRmk8zB6
— Zak Brown (@ZBrownCEO) March 20, 2025
Very sad to hear the passing away of Eddie Jordan, a true legend of our sport. Eddie gave me my first ever opportunity in F1, something I will never forget and will always remain grateful for. My thoughts are with his family and friends😔 RIP🙏 pic.twitter.com/AE4xRM6vGE
— Pedro de la Rosa (@PedrodelaRosa1) March 20, 2025
I am deeply saddened to hear of Eddie’s passing. He was a larger than life character that changed the course of our sport for the better. He was a fantastic independent leader, who worked amongst giants of the sport.
Rest in peace Eddie, my thoughts are with your family and… pic.twitter.com/OPBC6fcBvK
— James Vowles (@JV_F1) March 20, 2025
Incredibly sad to hear of the passing of Eddie Jordan.
One of motorsport’s greatest privateers.
A massive character I knew as a younger man as, the life and soul of the party, alongside putting my Father in the position to take his shot at Formula 1.
RIP Eddie.
— Alex Brundle (@AlexBrundle) March 20, 2025
I was lucky enough to know Eddie.
A great character of our sport and an even better person.
My thoughts are with his family and friends.
RIP Eddie https://t.co/ZAqKZ9YXvg
— Esteban Ocon (@OconEsteban) March 20, 2025
So saddened… We have lost a great leader. I feel truly fortunate to have shared amazing moments with Eddie and am deeply grateful for his support. Many will miss his smile. My thoughts are with his family. Rest in peace, Eddie… #EddieJordan
エディ、本当にありがとう。 pic.twitter.com/obUr41dIC1
— Takuma Sato (@TakumaSatoRacer) March 20, 2025
Rest in peace Eddie Jordan.
Thank you for all the laughs over the years, all the good things you’ve done in your life, and in @F1 🙏 pic.twitter.com/c29ChG6lam
— Valtteri Bottas (@ValtteriBottas) March 20, 2025
FIA praised Jordan for his “invaluable contribution” to the sport on and off track.
Eddie Jordan was a legend of Formula One. He made an invaluable contribution to global motor sport throughout his life.
All of us at the FIA would like to send our deepest condolences to his family and friends at this very difficult time.
Eddie will always be remembered as a… pic.twitter.com/42hmNUBCRB
— FIA (@fia) March 20, 2025
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