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      The stunning celebs you forgot were F1 grid girls – from I’m a Celeb legends to soap heartthrob and Ted Lasso star

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      THEY were the stunning models who lived life in the fast lane – both on and off the track.But after going on to become TV stars, reality TV bombshells and even the owner of an animal sanctuary, you might have forgotten these stunning celebs who once posed as grid girls.Katie paid tribute to Eddie who got her involved in F1 as a grid girlCredit: PAEddie was one of the driving forces behind the women being brought into the sportCredit: RexOn the grid, Katie was known as her alter-ego JordanCredit: GettyKatie said his death was a great loss to the paddockCredit: PA:Press AssociationThis week, Katie Price’s fans were stunned to see gorgeous throwback snaps of her with the late F1 boss Eddie Jordan, who has sadly died at the age of 76.The glamour model, 46, became a grid girl under the motor racing legend’s tenure back in 1998 when she was aged just 19.Eddie pioneered the introduction of the glamorous women, and Katie even did a stunt for his team Jordan where she straddled one of the F1 cars. Here, we have a look at the other celebs who gave their blossoming careers a boost as a motoring hostess.Nell McAndrewBack in the 1990s, Nell was known for her outrageous behaviour and incredible modelling shoots, so it’s no wonder F1 snapped her up. Eddie convinced the beauty, now 51, to pose for a sizzling series of photos with one of his F1 cars in 2004.In the snaps, she is seen sprawled out in a yellow bikini over the pricey motor, while in another she channels Uma Thurman in Kill Bill, swishing around with a sword and slick jumpsuit.It’s certainly a far cry from her days now as a marathon runner.Lizzie Cundy says being a grid girl was ‘the best job she ever had’ on Good Morning BritainFellow glamour model Nell posed for a photo shoot with one of Eddie’s carsCredit: GettyShe channelled her best Kill Bill vibes for the fun shootCredit: GettyJodie MarshKatie’s long-time nemesis Jodie Marsh made a special guest appearance as a grid girl back in 2003. The former glamour model, now 46, graced the paddock and track at Silverstone to promote Playstation 2 game Formula One.Jodie made a special apperance as the face of PlayStation 2’s new F1 gameCredit: GettyJodie also knew F1 legend Eddie Jordan from her brief stint as a grid girlCredit: ReutersShe opted to wear a driver’s jumpsuit tied at her waist rather than a classic skimpy skirt, and in her special guest appearance on the track, she planted a kiss on Eddie’s cheek.Nowadays, Jodie has traded her hard partying socialite reputation for a new life running an animal sanctuary. And this week, the down-to-earth star joked she’s “fat but happier than ever”.Keeley HazellKeeley also appeared briefly as a grid girl to promote a video gameCredit: AlamyShe posed for photos with F1 drivers Tiago Monteiro (L) and Christijan Albers (C)Credit: GettyThese days you’re most likely to recognise Keeley as Ted Lasso’s Bex but back in the day, she was a lads’ mag favourite who also turned heads on the F1 track.The 38-year-old made her debut as a grid girl in 2003 at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone – leaving fans delighted.Like Jodie Marsh, she turned up to promote PlayStation’s Formula One game, which saw her perch on the Midland F1 team car. It certainly was a gear change from her usual Page 3 shoots.Gemma AtkinsonGemma was named the face of the British Grand Prix in 2007Credit: GettyThe model told how she was a big fan of the sportCredit: GettyBefore Strictly Come Dancing fame, Gemma, now 40, was unveiled in 2007 as the ‘female face’ of the British Grand Prix.At the time, the Hollyoaks star said: “I’m a massive F1 fan and this is my first time at the British Grand Prix. I’m really excited to be here as the female face of the British Grand Prix.“The atmosphere here at Silverstone is incredible! It is an unbelievable experience and I never imagined I’d get so close to the action. I’m so thrilled to be here.”Just a few months later, she was snapped up for I’m A Celeb and from there her star has continued to rise. Melinda MessengerMelinda doesn’t look back on her time as a grid girl in a positive mannerCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdShe posed up with drivers and fellow glamour model Katie PriceCredit: AlamyLike fellow Page Three girls Jodie and Keely, Melinda made an appearance at the British Grand Prix to promote an F1 video game. She wasted no time getting cosy with drivers Ralph Schumacher and Damon Hill in the pits during a practice run in 1998.Melinda became a regular fixture, but she doesn’t look back on the time positively. She told The Sun: “I was willingly exploiting myself, don’t forget. I was quite happy to go and get paid to look glamorous. So that’s a self-exploitation.”Lucy PinderLucy proved a big hit when she posed next to F1 cars back in 2005Credit: AlamyLucy posed up to promote a video game with pal Michelle MarshCredit: Getty Images – GettyLucy, 41, has turned her talents to acting in recent years, but at the height of her glamour girl fame she made a special appearance on the F1 grid.Alongside pal Michelle Marsh, she turned up at Silverstone in 2005.And even the drivers were fans of the beauties, with former F1 champ Fernando Alonso looking delighted while getting a picture with the girls. She also made appearances as a gird girl at the A1GP World Cup of Motorsport back in 2009. Michelle MarshOutsiding of posing for F1, Michelle and Lucy also appeared with bikes for RiskologyCredit: AlamyPage 3 blonde Michelle, now 42, turned up on the track alongside Lucy back in 2005. After being announced as the face of PlayStation’s F1 game, she posed for a series of photos on a F1 car, many showing off her ample cleavage. In a photo of her and Lucy with driver Fernando Alonso, the motor head is seen to peer down Lucy’s top. The pairing certainly proved a hit that year. Olivia AttwoodOlivia wasn’t an F1 girl, instead she posed for Monster at Motorsport eventsShe claims the job saved her life and put her on the path to fameOutspoken Olivia found fame appearing on Love Island back in 2017, but before then she was touring the world as a Motorsport grid girl for Monster Energy.Sadly, she never made it to the prestigious F1 paddock, but isn’t ashamed of her brolly dolly days, claiming it saved her life.Olivia blasted F1 bosses’ decision to axe the grid girls in 2018, saying: “They’re taking the fun, glamour, and extravagance out of absolutely everything – where does it end? If you got a mechanic to hold a brolly over the bike on the track, how boring’s that?”She later told The Sunday Times: “That job saved my life. I travelled the world, it gave me discipline, I met amazing people, so to me, it’d be pretty sad to think someone else wouldn’t get that opportunity.”Lucy Pinder and Michelle Marsh pose with F1 drivers at the British Grand PrixCredit: GettyMelinda Messenger, Katie Price and Emma Noble launched the F1 racing season for team JordanCredit: PA:Press Association More

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      Ferrari chief hints at secret tactic employed by Lewis Hamilton to disrupt major F1 rival Max Verstappen

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      FERRARI chief Fred Vasseur appears to have leaked the secret tactic Lewis Hamilton used to win the Chinese Grand Prix Sprint race.Hamilton won his first race for Ferrari after becoming the first driver over the age of 40 to claim pole in a Formula One race since Nigel Mansell in 1994.Lewis Hamilton won his first Ferrari race at the Chinese Grand Prix Sprint raceCredit: GettyHamilton an incredible tactic to help him overcome rival Max VerstappenCredit: GettyFerrari chief Fred Vasseur has revealed what tactic Hamilton used to win the raceCredit: ReutersThe Brit shared the front row with Max Verstappen at the Shanghai circuit and managed to keep his old rival at bay going into Turn 1 before controlling the race from there.Hamilton appeared to struggle to create a significant advantage over the Dutchman, who for some time remained just out of striking distance behind him.As the Sprint race progressed, Hamilton then began to pull away from Verstappen, who was eventually overtaken by McLaren’s Oscar Piastri.The seven-time world champion eventually finished more than six seconds ahead of the second-place Aussie with Verstappen in third.READ MORE IN F1Hamilton was praised by engineer Riccardo Adami for a “masterclass in tyre management”.But Scuderia team principal Vasseur has revealed how Hamilton deployed a brilliant tactic to win the Shanghai Sprint race.He explained Hamilton intentionally stayed just a little in front of Verstappen in the early stages to ensure the Red Bull driver was forced to drive through “dirty air” which forced him to burn through his tyres quicker.Vasseur told Canal+: “Hamilton was under control. Starting in front helps. We must not try to draw too many conclusions from this race – because it is too early. Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”I don’t want to say that Lewis had an easy race, but he was in control from the beginning. At a certain point it allowed Verstappen to come back a little, but also causing him to damage his tyres. “He had clean air throughout the race, was able to push towards the end and finished the race with a 7-second lead over Piastri.”Behind the scenes in Australia GP paddock including F1 star Lewis Hamilton’s new Ferrari baseHe added: “If you’re second at the start, it becomes more difficult, because you look dirty, you have to damage your tyres and when you approach someone else, if you can’t overcome it, then you have problems. “Lewis managed the race well: he let Verstappen take it back and damaged the tyres at that stage, while he had a bit of a reserve in his pocket.”Yap yapHamilton hit back at his “yapping critics” following his maiden Ferrari win, before landing P5 in qualifying for Sunday’s feature race.His former engineer, Peter Bonnington, had an awkward gaffe on the team radio to Kimi Antonelli as he accidentally said: “Copy that, Lewis,” before correcting himself to say: “Copy that, Kimi.”Piastri, who was second in the Sprint, claimed pole position for tomorrow’s race and beat Hamilton’s record-breaking lap set during Sprint qualifying with a time of 1:30.641.What is ‘dirty air’ and how does it affect tyres?What is dirty air?In F1, dirty air is a term used to describe the turbulent air left behind by a racing car as it moves forward at high speed and disrupting airflow.Following a car behind on a straight creates a slipstream because there is less air resistance for the car immediately behind, allowing an F1 cars aerodynamic performance to be maximised.However, this phenomenon is reversed going into corners as the car behind has to push through the disrupted air flow left by the car in front, creating less downforce and therefore less grip.Why does this damage tyres?Less downforce for the cars aerodynamic performance means the tyres are being made to work harder to turn the car at the high speeds F1 machines move at.With the tyres working harder, this puts more strain on them and therefore uses up the grip on the tyres far quicker than it would in clean air.This wear on the tyres and disruption of the airflow can make it very difficult for an F1 car to overtake.The 2026 car regulations for F1 have heavily tried to lower the impact dirty air can have on performance to allow for more competitive racing. More

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      ‘Copy that, Lewis’ – Hamilton’s former Mercedes race engineer in awkward radio slip-up before quickly correcting himself

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      LEWIS HAMILTON’s former engineer at Mercedes had an awkward radio slip up at the Chinese Grand Prix.Hamilton, 40, stunned the world when he announced in early 2024 that he was leaving the Silver Arrows to join Ferrari for 2025.Lewis Hamilton’s old race engineer Peter Bonnington had an awkward radio slip up at the Chinese Grand PrixCredit: GettyHamilton left Mercedes to join Ferrari, ending an 11-year partnership with BonningtonCredit: AlamyBut while speaking to Kimi Antonelli during qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix he accidentally said ‘copy that, Lewis’Credit: Sky SportsHamilton and Bonnington won six Driver championships togetherCredit: AFP or licensorsThe move ended an 11-year partnership between Hamilton and engineer, Peter Bonnington, otherwise known as Bono.Together they won six Drivers’ Championship titles, but did not make the switch over to join Hamilton at the Scuderia thanks to a no-poaching clause.Hamilton was replaced at the Brackley-based team by teen star Kimi Antonelli for the upcoming season.However, it appears old habits die hard after Bonnington had an awkward slip up on the radio with Antonelli.READ MORE IN F1During qualifying in Shanghai, Antonelli can be seen racing the car around Turn 13 on a slow lap and speaking to Bonnington about a problem when the engineer makes the mistake.He is heard saying: “Yeah. Copy that, Lewis.”Realising his gaffe, the 50-year-old then said: “Uhh Yeah, copy that Kimi..”Antonelli went on qualify P8 in the session, while Hamilton qualified P5 for Sunday’s race after winning the Sprint race earlier on.Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHamilton confirmed he held a meeting with his new race engineer Riccardo Adami at the start of the week after an X-rated blast down the radio during a frustrating Australian Grand Prix.He revealed they spoke about how Hamilton wanted to be communicated with when racing, with the move seemingly working wonders as he dominated the 19-lap Sprint race.’I’m about to cry’ – Fans praise Lewis Hamilton’s dad for classy gesture as he consoles F1 rookie after debut crashOn the cool-down lap Adami was heard praising Hamilton for a “masterclass in tyre management”.Speaking after the Sprint, Hamilton had hit back at his “yapping critics” in China.Bonnington, promoted to head of race engineering at Mercedes for 2025, also worked with Michael Schumacher at the team before Hamilton joined in 2013.Adami worked with Sebastian Vettel and Carlos Sainz before Hamilton.Tomorrow’s feature race sees McLaren ace Oscar Piastri on pole after he bettered Hamilton’s record-breaking lap around the Shanghai circuit with a time of 1:30.641.Hamilton’s old team-mates George Russell claimed second to deny McLaren a front row lock-out with Lando Norris qualifying third.READ MORE SUN STORIESReigning world champion Max Verstappen qualified fifth, while his team-mate Liam Lawson suffered another nightmare session as he came dead last.Following disastrous result Lawson admitted he “don’t really have time” to get to grips with the car and declared he needs to dramatically improve.Chinese Grand Prix qualifying grid positions1. Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – 1:30.6412. George Russell (Mercedes)3. Lando Norris (McLaren)4. Max Verstappen (Red Bull)5. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)6. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)7. Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls)8. Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes)9. Yuki Tsunoda (Racing Bulls)10. Alex Albon (Williams)11. Esteban Ocon (Haas)12. Nico Hulkenberg (Sauber)13. Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin)14. Lance Stroll (Aston Martin)15. Carlos Sainz (Williams)16. Pierre Gasly (Alpine)17. Oliver Bearman (Haas)18. Jack Doohan (Alpine)19. Gabriel Bortoleto (Sauber)20. Liam Lawson (Red Bull) More

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      Lewis Hamilton hailed for ‘masterclass’ Sprint victory before Ferrari star immediately takes aim at ‘yapping’ critics

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      LEWIS HAMILTON fired back at “yapping” critics after sealing his first Ferrari win on just the second race weekend.The 40-year-old British driver has entered a new era as he bagged his first-ever Sprint win since the new format began in 2021.Lewis Hamilton won his first race for Ferrari at the Chinese Grand Prix SprintCredit: RexHamilton battled Max Verstappen off the line but was quicker than his old rivalCredit: GettyHe was praised by his engineer for a ‘masterclass in tyre management’Credit: RexHe then hit back at his ‘yapping’ criticsCredit: ReutersMcLaren’s Oscar Piastri took pole for the feature race ahead of Mercedes’ George RussellCredit: AFPTo make victory even sweeter, Hamilton held off his old foe Max Verstappen who finished third but started in P2, while Oscar Piastri finished second.Hamilton’s win was a huge statement as he finished the 19-lap sprint a whopping 6.8 seconds ahead of the Aussie McLaren driver.After crossing the line he was praised by engineer Riccardo Adami for a “masterclass in tyre management”.Piastri hit back in qualifying as he took pole position for Sunday’s race while George Russell’s Mercedes nipped between him and his McLaren team-mate Lando Norris, while Verstappen finished in fourth and Hamilton fifth.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAfter the Sprint win, Hamilton took another dig at his critics following his disappointing season opener in Melbourne last weekend.He said: “The first race was difficult and obviously, I think I really do feel a lot of people underestimated the steep climb it is to get into a new team,“To become acclimatized within the team and understanding communication and all sorts of things.”The amount of critics and people I’ve heard yapping along the way just clearly not understanding.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS“Maybe they’ve never had the experience or just unaware, so it’s felt great to come here and feel comfortable in the car, because in Melbourne I didn’t feel comfortable in the car.”The Ferrari driver had started on pole – the first Brit to achieve the feat for the team since Nigel Mansell in 1990 – after setting a new track record for the Shanghai International Circuit on Friday.Lewis Hamilton has perfect response to dismal Ferrari debut as he achieves feat not seen for 35 years Hamilton batted away Verstappen going into Turn 1 and then for the first 10 laps of the sprint.He had then built enough of a gap to storm over the line after Piastri had passed the Dutchman with four laps to go.Hamilton finished a disappointing tenth in Melbourne last weekend after qualifying in P8.He bagged a cushty eight points for winning the Sprint in China, which has propelled him up the standings.But Hamilton has urged Ferrari’s boisterous Tifosi fanbase to remain calm.He added: “I know the Tifosi, the fans, the team want to win, and it means everything to them,”But I said the other day, Rome wasn’t built in one day, one step at a time and we’re not going to get ahead of ourselves.READ MORE SUN STORIES”We’re going to continue to push, be diligent, remain focused, stay calm – most importantly stay calm – because these moments get everyone excited.”But we’ll be back at our desks after this, focused on qualifying. It’s a long, long way. It’s a marathon, not a sprint so we’ve just got to take our time.”Chinese Grand Prix qualifying grid positions1. Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – 1:30.6412. George Russell (Mercedes)3. Lando Norris (McLaren)4. Max Verstappen (Red Bull)5. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)6. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)7. Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls)8. Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes)9. Yuki Tsunoda (Racing Bulls)10. Alex Albon (Williams)11. Esteban Ocon (Haas)12. Nico Hulkenberg (Sauber)13. Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin)14. Lance Stroll (Aston Martin)15. Carlos Sainz (Williams)16. Pierre Gasly (Alpine)17. Oliver Bearman (Haas)18. Jack Doohan (Alpine)19. Gabriel Bortoleto (Sauber)20. Liam Lawson (Red Bull) More

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      Lewis Hamilton baffles fans with ‘San Diego’ codeword as Ferrari star earns incredible Sprint pole position in China

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      LEWIS HAMILTON left fans baffled with a cryptic radio message after achieving Formula One Sprint pole at the Chinese Grand Prix.Hamilton raced over the line in a new track record time of 1:30.849, edging out old rival Max Verstappen and McLaren’s Oscar Piastri.Lewis Hamilton raced to a record-breaking lap time in China to win Sprint poleCredit: RexIt was his first Ferrari pole after a horror weekend in AustraliaCredit: GettyHamilton laughed on the radio after finding out he was on poleCredit: GettyBut a codeword used by engineer Riccardo Adami left fans baffledCredit: GettyHis maiden pole for the Scuderia saw him become the first F1 driver over the age of 40 to achieve pole since Nigel Mansell in 1994, and also the first Brit to score pole for the team since Mansell in 1990.Hamilton was stunned at the pace he got from the car following a horror debut at the season opening Australian Grand Prix when he finished down in P10.Speaking to engineer Riccardo Adami after crossing the line, Hamilton was heard laughing at being told he was on pole for the Sprint.However, a phrase used by Adami left fans baffled.READ MORE IN F1Hamilton asked: “Where are we?”Adami then replied: “That’s San Diego.”Hamilton said: “Really? [Laughing] Yes!”Adami added: “Good job in San Diego, San Diego!”Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFans flocked to social media to query what the phrase meant, with it presumably not referring to the city located in California, USA.It is not currently clear why the term was used, though it appears to be a codeword for pole position.Behind the scenes in Australia GP paddock including F1 star Lewis Hamilton’s new Ferrari baseSunSport have contacted Ferrari for clarification.Codewords are nothing new to F1 drivers. Hamilton and Mercedes engineer famously used the phrase “Hammer time” when he was told to push the car to go faster during a race.He celebrated with his dad Anthony.Speaking after the session, Hamilton said: “I didn’t expect that result but so, so happy and so proud.”Clearly the last race was a disaster for us but we knew there was more pace in the car.”I’m a bit shocked. I can’t believe we got a pole in the Sprint!”READ MORE SUN STORIESHamilton can win up to eight points for winning the Sprint Race, which commences tomorrow at 3am UK time.Qualifying for the feature race will take place from 7am, with the full race happening at 7am on Sunday. More

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      Lewis Hamilton has perfect response to dismal Ferrari debut as he achieves two feats not seen for over 30 years

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      SIR LEWIS HAMILTON had the perfect response to his dismal Ferrari Formula One debut in Australia by racing to pole for the Chinese Grand Prix Sprint race.Hamilton had a debut to forget as he finished P10 in a tricky Melbourne race.Lewis Hamilton had the perfect response to his horror Ferrari debut by scoring pole for the Chinese Sprint poleCredit: GettyHamilton became the first British Ferrari driver to score a pole since Nigel Mansell in 1990Credit: GettyHamilton celebrated his first Ferrari pole with dad, AnthonyCredit: AFPHe was stunned at the result and was heard laughing over the radioCredit: GettyThe 40-year-old had been highlighted for his X-rated conversation with his engineer, Riccardo Adami, after growing frustrated at the communication throughout the race.However, a week on Hamilton responded with a stunning performance in Shanghai as he pipped old rival Max Verstappen to Sprint pole.The Brit raced around the circuit to prove his doubters wrong by landing his first Ferrari pole, first career pole since 2023 and second-ever Sprint pole.But more remarkably, Hamilton’s pole saw him achieve two feats not seen for over 30 years.READ MORE IN F1The first saw Hamilton become the first F1 driver over the age of 40 to grab pole since Nigel Mansell in 1994.The second saw Hamilton become the first British driver to score pole for the Scuderia since 1990, a record also held by Mansell.When he was told the news by his engineer that he had qualified on pole, Hamilton replied: “Really? Hahaha! Mega job. Woo!”He celebrated with his dad Anthony after the session as he set a new lap record around Shanghai with a time of 1:30.849.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSSpeaking after the session, he said: “I didn’t expect that result but so, so happy and so proud.”Clearly the last race was a disaster for us but we knew there was more pace in the car.’I’m about to cry’ – Fans praise Lewis Hamilton’s dad for classy gesture as he consoles F1 rookie after debut crash”I’m a bit shocked. I can’t believe we got a pole in the Sprint!”Hamilton can win up to eight points for winning the Sprint Race, which commences tomorrow at 3am UK time.Qualifying for the feature race will take place from 7am, with the full race happening at 7am on Sunday. More

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      Jake Humphrey breaks down in tears on BBC as he pays touching tribute to F1 legend Eddie Jordan

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      BBC presenter Jake Humphrey was reduced to tears during a touching tribute to the late Eddie Jordan live on air.It was announced on Thursday that Jordan had passed away aged 76 following a battle with cancer.Jake Humphrey was reduced to tears in an emotional tribute to former colleague and friend Eddie JordanCredit: BBCJordan passed away on Thursday following a battle with cancerCredit: RexJordan was an iconic figure in Formula One, working as both a presenter and team owner for the sport, as well as competing in F2 and F3 as a driver.During his time as a presenter for the BBC’s coverage of F1, Jordan worked alongside Humphrey.Now working on different projects, Humphrey recalled his time alongside Jordan at the Beeb during a heartfelt tribute live on BBC Radio 5 Live.Brought to tears as he was speaking, Humprey said: “He won races, which was remarkable, but I think, more important than that, was that he won hearts.READ MORE ON F1″You know, I remember when I left Formula One a lot of people were questioning why on earth you would leave the BBC to go and join BT Sport (now TNT).”And I’ll never forget, he pulled me to one side and he just said, ‘I know why you’re doing this’.”I said, ‘really?’ and he said, ‘Yes – because you want to be with your kids’, because my wife was pregnant at the time.”I said, ‘You’re absolutely right’. He was the only person in Formula One that knew I was walking away to be with my family.”Most read in MotorsportChoked up, Humphrey added: “I recently went to a Formula One race and I sent him a message afterwards.”I said, ‘The sound, the smell and the heat today reminded me of our days together travelling the world. I love you brother.’.Humphrey, Jordan and David Coulthard worked together to host the BBC’s coverage of Formula One for four yearsCredit: Getty Images – GettyJordan and Humphrey became close friends during their time with the BBCCredit: X/mrjakehumphreyF1 legend Eddie Jordan gives health update on prostrate cancer a month before he sadly passed away “‘Those were the greatest four years of my career, and the impact you had on me was massive.'”‘My ambition and drive came from seeing what you did and how you did it. But more importantly you were the person who made me truly realise that it’s family first every time.'”Jordan’s passing has rocked the world of F1 after a family statement was released confirming the heartbreaking news. It read: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie Jordan OBE, the ex-Formula 1 team owner, TV pundit and entrepreneur.”He passed away peacefully with family by his side in Cape Town in the early hours of 20th March 2025 at the age of 76, after battling with an aggressive form of prostate cancer for the past 12 months.”EJ brought an abundance of charisma, energy and Irish charm everywhere he went. We all have a huge hole missing without his presence.”He will be missed by so many people, but he leaves us with tonnes of great memories to keep us smiling through our sorrow.”Since then, tributes have poured in for the icon from across the sport and beyond including from the likes of Carlos Sainz, Martin Brundle, Christian Horner and Katie Price.Jordan was a legend in his field and although he never drove in F1, he did race in F2, F3 and Formula Atlantic, as well as 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1981.Ten years later he did finally make it to F1 with his Jordan Grand Prix team, and gave Michael Schumacher his F1 debut in 1991.Jordan Grand Prix raced in F1 until 2005, and achieved its best ever result in 1998 when Damon Hill and Ralf Schumacher finished first and second at the Belgian Grand Prix.The team was sold in 2005 and rebranded as MF1 Racing a year later before becoming Force India and later Racing Point and now Aston Martin.Jordan returned to F1 in 2009 as a pundit for BBC Sport’s Grand Prix and later joined Channel 4 in 2016.He had also been a regular pundit on Sky Sports over the years.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe was awarded an honorary OBE by Her Majesty The Queen in recognition of his services to charity and motor racing in 2012.In 2016 he joined the cast of presenters on Top Gear, who at the time included Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc.Jordan was a F1 team ownerCredit: AFPHe also spent time as a driver in F2 and F3Credit: GettyJordan turned his hand to presenting later in his careerCredit: GettyJordan, seen posing with his daughter Micki and son Zak, was a family man as well as a businessmanCredit: Getty More

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      Formula One icon Eddie Jordan leaves huge fortune to wife & 4 kids after death at 76 as celeb pals mourn ‘rockstar’

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      FORMULA One icon Eddie Jordan amassed an estimated €500million fortune in his astonishing life, it’s believed.The Dublin-born tycoon – who could “sell a used box of matches” according to old pals – owned homes in South Kensington, London, and Monaco.Former Formula One team owner Eddie Jordan has died at the age of 76Credit: PA:Press AssociationThe Dublin-born tycoon was also a TV punditCredit: PA:Press AssociationEddie is survived by his wife Marie and his kidsCredit: PA:Press AssociationHe also had a home in Cape Town, where he died in the early hours of this morning after battling an aggressive form of prostrate and bladder cancer.Jordan had business interests in property, oil, golf, racing and football. He was a former shareholder at Celtic FC and was a long-time friend of Dermot Desmond and Denis O’Brien.He leaves behind his wife, Marie and children Zoe, Miki, Zak and Kyle.A statement on behalf of his wife Marie and four children said: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie Jordan OBE, the ex-Formula 1 team owner, TV pundit and entrepreneur.“He passed away peacefully with family by his side in Cape Town in the early hours of 20th March 2025 at the age of 76, after battling with an aggressive form of prostate cancer for the past 12 months.“EJ brought an abundance of charisma, energy and Irish charm everywhere he went. We all have a huge hole missing without his presence.“He will be missed by so many people, but he leaves us with tonnes of great memories to keep us smiling through our sorrow.”Most read in MotorsportJordan’s net worth has been assessed in the hundreds of millions, according to experts.A source said: “He was very clever, extremely astute and made shrewd investments over the years.”Brave Eddie Jordan’s final public appearance just weeks before his deathThe former Bank of Ireland worker indulged in his love of the sea by owning up to 10 Sunseeker superyachts during his lifetime, taking possession of his final one in 2014 – a 47m vessel named Blush worth €32 million- which he sold three years later.He also owned a 45m sailing yacht – named Blush – which was sold for €12 million at the end of last year, just as he announced he was terminally ill.Jordan grew up in Dartry, south Dublin and Bray in Co Wicklow, and attended Synge Street Christian Brothers school.LOVE FOR MOTORSPORTSHe fell in love with motor racing after spending a summer in Guernsey in 1970 when a banking strike gave him time off from his day job.He bought a kart on his return to Ireland and built his way up from the Irish Karting Championships, through Formula Ford, Formula Three, Formula 3000to the owner of his own Formula One team, Jordan Grand Prix, in 1991.A former workmate at the Bank of Ireland branch on Camden Street in Dublin, where he worked for a number of years, joked: “You’d be taking your life in your hands if you got into a car with him.”But added: “He was a great character, well-remembered and well-liked. He could sell ice to the Eskimos or a used box of matches.”TRIBUTES POUR INTributes poured in for the flamboyant businessman, who also owned a helicopter, had racehorses trained by Irish trainer Mouse Morris and played drums in a rock band.Taoiseach Micheal Martin said: “I was greatly saddened to learn of the passing of Eddie Jordan.“Eddie lived life to the full, facing his final days with the same courage and tenacity he displayed throughout his many years as an entrepreneur, Formula One pioneer, and TV pundit.“There were few like him. My deepest sympathies go to all his family and friends.”’TRULY REMARKABLE’Tanaiste Simon Harris added: “I am saddened to hear of the passing of Formula 1 legend Eddie Jordan.“A proud Dubliner, Eddie’s impact on the world of motorsport was truly remarkable.“His passion, vision, and leadership shaped the sport and inspired so many. His legacy will live on.”Riverdance icon Michael Flatley, who was good pals with Eddie, took to Instagram this morning to dedicate a post to the late sports star.Sharing some throwback snaps of himself and Eddie jamming on stage together, he said: “God rest your soul dear Eddie.“Legend, brother, best friend, rockstar! You lived your life fearlessly. Love you forever.“See you on the other side.”’GREATLY MISSED’Horse racing legend AP McCoy tweeted: “So sad to hear the news of Eddie Jordan’s passing. Such a cool, kind, charismatic man with a huge presence. He will be greatly missed.“Sending my thoughts and condolences to Marie and all his family.”In late 2024, Jordan detailed his health issues on his Formula For Success podcast, which he co-hosted with David Coulthard.“He was a great character, well-remembered and well-liked. He could sell ice to the Eskimos or a used box of matches.”Former work colleagueHe said: “Way back in March and April, I was diagnosed with bladder and prostate cancer.“And then it spread into the spine and the pelvis, so it was quite aggressive. And we’ve all heard about our wonderful friend Sir Chris Hoy, who is an absolute megastar, and he [was] coming out and talking about illness such as like what I’ve got, but he’s a far younger man.“But this is a little message for all the anchors and everybody listening to this: don’t wait or put it off.“Go and get tested, because in life you’ve got chances and there is so much medical advice out there and so many things that you can do to extend your lifetime. Go and do it.”’DEEPLY SADDENED’Despite his diagnosis, last month Jordan led a consortium in the purchase of English rugby club London Irish.Paying tribute the club said: “He was working until the last, having communicated on St Patrick’s Day about his ambitions for London Irish Rugby Football Club, of which he had recently become Patron.”F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said he was “deeply saddened” by the news describing him as a man with “inexhaustible energy who always knew how to make people smile, remaining genuine and brilliant at all times.”RACING ROYALTYJordan’s first major taste of the racing world came when he entered and won the 1971 Irish Karting Championship.Over the following years Jordan debuted in Formula Ford, the Irish Formula Championship and, in 1975, Formula Three before a serious accident at Mallory Park in 1976 stunted his progress.He returned to racing the following year and in 1978, he won the Irish Formula Atlantic Championship and following a Formula Two race and testing for McLaren, he founded his first team, Eddie Jordan Racing, in 1979 before moving into the world of Formula 1 with Jordan Grand Prix, which was established in 1991.Highlights include giving a debut to Michael Schumacher at the Belgian Grand Prix while giving driver Eddie Irvine real profile.READ MORE SUN STORIESAt the 1998 Belgian Grand Prix, Jordan completed a one-two with Damon Hill winning and Ralf Schumacher finishing second. Third was Jean Alesi, who had previously won a F3000 Drivers’ Championship for Eddie Jordan Racing.The Jordan Grand Prix team enjoyed its best season in 1999 when it finished third in the Constructors’ Championship with Hill and Heinz-Harald Frentzen, the latter also finishing third in the Drivers’ Championship.Eddie with Heinz-Harald Frentzen and Jarno Trulli during his racing daysCredit: PA:Press AssociationJordan had business interests in property, oil, golf, racing and football.Credit: PA:Press AssociationThe business tycoon had a lot of famous pals, including Eddie Irvine and Liam CunninghamCredit: Getty Images – Getty More