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    Newcastle make Carabao Cup trophy announcement as club ‘consider scrapping open-top bus parade’

    NEWCASTLE could reportedly consider scrapping their proposed Carabao Cup trophy parade in favour of an alternative celebration.The Magpies ended their 70-year wait for a domestic trophy on Sunday with a 2-1 win over Liverpool at Wembley.Newcastle could scrap their open-top bus parade for a celebration at Town MoorCredit: GettyEddie Howe is set to be awarded the freedom of NewcastleCredit: GettyAn open-top bus parade – penned in for March 29 – was announced earlier this week to celebrate the achievement.However, the Telegraph has revealed that club officials are now looking to stage the event at the Town Moor – a huge green space that is close to the city centre.Players will be in attendance, as well as Eddie Howe and his staff members.Howe is set to be awarded the freedom of Newcastle in the wake of his accomplishment.Read More in FootballFollowing Sunday’s final, the manager said: “I am very, very emotional and have been all day, which is unlike me.”We knew what was at stake today for all of our fans, we wanted to do them proud and win the trophy.”I am so, so pleased with the result and the performance – we deserved to win today.”It was tough when Liverpool scored. I was thinking about extra time. We always make it difficult for ourselves.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”We were well aware of the history, and we wanted to do the club proud. We wanted to score, we wanted to perform and we wanted to win.”We are breaking new ground. I thought we were magnificent today.”‘Try getting that lot into work tomorrow’ – Gary Neville tips ‘Geordie Bank Holiday’ as Newcaslte fans celebrate cup win More

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    Former England U21 star, 27, shares incredible heartwarming video as tens of thousands welcome him for Bangladesh debut

    FORMER England Under-21 star Hamza Choudhury shared an incredible video of his heroic welcome ahead of his Bangladesh debut.The Leicester midfielder, on loan at Sheffield United, was born in Loughborough and joined the Foxes aged seven in 2005.Hamza Choudhury received a hero’s welcome in BangladeshCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/The footballer switched allegiance to represent the Asian countryCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/He visited the nation of his mother throughout his childhoodCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/Fans produced banners and chanted wildly for their new starCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/Choudhury played for England U21s but did not make a senior Three Lions appearanceCredit: GettyHis no-nonsense game and tough tackling earned him a spot in the Young Lions set-up.He made seven U21 caps between 2018 and 2019 and was even linked with a transfer to Barcelona. However, after struggling to kick on and break into the England senior team, Choudhury opted to switch allegiance to the country of his mother.Choudhury – who can speak Bengali – was raised by his mother and stepfather in a traditional Bangladeshi Muslim home and regularly visited the nation throughout his childhood.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe obtained a Bangladeshi passport in August 2024 and Fifa ratified the official change in December. The 2021 FA Cup winner received his first call-up to make his debut for the national team ahead of Tuesday’s AFC Asian Cup qualifier against India.And he received a superb reaction when he touched down in Bangladesh and was presented to fans. In a beautiful video posted on Instagram, Choudhury shared a series of photos from his childhood – including with his family and seemingly visits to Bangladesh.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe then added various clips of his welcome this week with photographers clamouring to get snaps of his arrival, banners, fans waving and blowing whistles in vehicles along the road and thousands of supporters lining the streets.Choudhury, Enzo Maresca’s part-time captain in Leicester’s Championship-winning season last year, took in the adulation of his adoring compatriots as he was covered in orange confetti before being presented on stage.How Newcastle outsmarted Liverpool with Dan Burn and Alexander Isak’s genius tricksThe huge crowd desperately wanted to capture the moment on their phones and some even set flares off.Choudhury put the song To Build A Home over the video and captioned it on social media: “An amazing welcome coming home.. next stop Dhaka,” the capital city of Bangladesh.Fans swarmed the comments section with messages of support.One said: “Well done Hamza. Inspirational.”Another wrote: “Unbelievable scenes.”A third added: “Dear Hamza, you’ve made us dream again. I hope you’ll bring the joy and success we’ve been longing for. Be the torch bearer of our football. Be the leader we always wanted to have. And lead us to the ultimate glory! Bangladesh loves you.”And a final user simply replied: “Wow.”‘JOY AND PRIDE’Choudhury – who is married to Olivia with whom he has three children – previously opened up on his Asian heritage, switching allegiance and what it meant to be the first player to represent Bangladesh in the Premier League. He told Versus: “Bangladesh taught me a lot as a kid, some things I can hopefully pass on to my own children. It’s just about gratitude and treating everyone the same.”England is definitely my home but so is Bangladesh. So, to be able to go back to my country of origin and represent the people I grew up with, it means everything to me – it fills me with so much joy and pride.”Up until I was 16 I went every year with my family, sometimes even twice a year.  I do have a lot of childhood memories from all of those years visiting family in Bangladesh. READ MORE SUN STORIES”As I’ve grown, I’m trying to understand the responsibilities that come with being the first Bangladeshi to play in the Premier League. “Representing not just a minority of people, but a whole country. For me, I’m just proud.”The tough-tackling Leicester midfielder is on loan at Sheffield UnitedCredit: ReutersChoudhury was paraded through the streetsCredit: Bangladesh Football FederationThousands turned out to catch a glimpse of himCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/Some even drove alongside him to see the footballerCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/Choudhury waved to the thousands who lined the streetsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/Flares were set off as Choudhury was presented to the crowdCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/Fans of all ages wanted to capture the momentCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/Choudhury was born in LoughboroughCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/His mother is BangladeshiCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/He was raised in a Muslim household and speaks BengaliCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/The dad-of-three cited his love and connection to Bangladesh, where he has familyCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/Choudhury looks set to make his Bangladesh debut against India next weekCredit: https://www.instagram.com/hamzachoudhury/ More

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    ‘My family agreed’ – Gianluigi Buffon’s son Louis, 17, explains why he plays for Czech Republic instead of Italy

    GIANLUIGI BUFFON’S son Louis has pledged to play for the Czech Republic, rather than Italy.His legendary father, 47, played 176 times for the Azzurri and won the 2006 World Cup.Louis Buffon made his first team debut for Pisa earlier this monthCredit: RexLouis, second from right, is the son of legendary goalkeeper Gianluigi BuffonCredit: GettyInstead of following in his old man’s footsteps, however, Louis will represent the Czech Republic, where his mother Alena Seredova hails from.Louis, 17, earned his first team debut for Pisa in Serie B earlier this month, playing under his father’s former Italy team-mate Filippo Inzaghi.The winger has been rewarded with a first call up to the Czech Under-18s squad.His side will face England, France and Portugal during this international break.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSUpon receiving his maiden call-up, Louis explained his decision to the Czech media team.He said: “I was very happy to come to the meeting and curious about the different football culture.”I spoke with my family and together we decided that it would be better for my football career and my development as a player to play for the Czech Republic.”My mother, of course, was very happy, but my father was also excited because it was my first call-up for the national team.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSGianluigi began his relationship with Czech model and TV presenter Alena in 2005.The pair wed in 2011, before splitting up three years later.‘Pack it in and retire’ – Watch Gianluigi Buffon commit biggest HOWLER of 27-year career as fans beg Italy legend to quitLouis was born in Turin and is not fluent in his mother’s language.Although he has vowed to keep working on his linguistic skills.He continued: “I don’t speak Czech very well yet, but as soon as I found out I could come here, I started learning it.”I spend about 10 minutes on Duolingo every day.”Louis could come up against the country of his birth while playing for the Czech Republic.But he claims that he would not treat such a match any differently.Louis added: “I was born and raised in Italy, but I think that in order to be a 100 per cent professional and do my job as well as possible, every match has to be important for me, whether it is against Italy or any other national team.”Louis’ mother is Czech model and TV presenter Alena SeredovaCredit: Getty More

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    Incredible XI of stars Chelsea could sell to fund huge summer striker signing including £72million Kepa Arrizabalaga

    CHELSEA could be forced into selling an entire XI of star players this summer in order to fund a world class striker.The Blues’ desperation for a No 9 has left the club needing to flog players in order to comply with Profit and Sustainability Rules.Manager Enzo Maresca is prepared to shift as many as 11 players to get a new No 9Ben Chilwell could be one player leaving Stamford Bridge on a permanent basisCredit: PAWith £1.2billion spent under Todd Boehly since 2022, Enzo Maresca essentially has two separate squads and more players than he can count.But so far Chelsea have avoided Financial Fair Play punishments due to their ability to sell players – such as £60million-plus deals for Mason Mount to Manchester United and Kai Havertz to Arsenal – amounting to decent net sales.And this summer, they have no shortage of options for potential profitable exits – so many that you could practically make an XI out of a sellable list.It’s hard to keep up with who is on the books at Chelsea, with NINE of the XI currently out on loan, but SunSport runs the rule over those who could make way.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSKepa ArrizabalagaKepa Arrizabalaga joined Chelsea from Athletic Bilbao for £72m in 2018.The Spaniard, who is currently on loan at Bournemouth, remains the most expensive keeper of all time.The 30-year-old is reportedly keen to join the Cherries on a permanent basis after starting 22 Prem games this season.But after spending last term on loan with Real Madrid, Kepa will surely have many other suitors, too.Most read in FootballKepa Arrizabalaga is reportedly keen to join Bournemouth on a permanent basisAlfie GilchristChelsea loanee Gilchrist has started 26 of Sheffield United’s 30 Championship games this season.Home-grown talent and an English defender aged 21 is a good combination for getting a decent fee.With Chris Wilder’s side pushing for immediate promotion back to the Prem, the club could move to make Gilchrist’s deal permanent.Alfie Gilchrist has started 26 of Sheffield United’s 30 Championship games this season.Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford BridgeTrevor ChalobahFellow Cobham star Chalobah, who joined Chelsea at the age of eight, is said to be seen as “expandable” by the club heading into the summer.Academy graduates represent “pure profit” when it comes to PSR and any sales would go a long way to helping Chelsea get some money in the bank to spend on new arrivals.Chalobah likely had hopes of saving his Blues career when the club recalled him from his loan at Crystal Palace as Wesley Fofana and Levi Colwill were out with suspected long-term injures.Axel DisasiChelsea are planning to sell Disasi after sending the Frenchman out on loan to Aston Villa in January. A move to the Birmingham-based club could be an option for the Frenchman should he impress in the remainder of the season. Chelsea are planning to sell Axel Disasi after sending the Frenchman out on loan to Aston Villa in JanuaryBen ChilwellChilwell set Chelsea back a whopping £50m when he arrived from Leicester in 2020 but fitness issues have made him a liability.Maresca said the left-back is “free to leave” when he loaned him to Crystal Palace for the remainder of the season in January.Chilwell, who earns around £200,000-per-week, was widely criticised by a section of the fanbase last season.Renato VeigaVeiga, 21, joined Chelsea from Basel for £11.8m in the summer but was loaned to Juventus at the turn of the year.The Italian side have agreed to cover the Portugal international’s wages and pay a £3.8m loan fee, with no option to buy included in the deal.Veiga has also been linked with Borussia Dortmund as he looks for more minutes to stay in the Portugal squad.Carney ChukwuemekaThe 21-year-old joined Dortmund on loan, with an option to buy, from Chelsea in February and has enjoyed a great start there.The Bundesliga giants would be keen on keeping Chukwuemeka for another loan after this one comes to an end, although this would rely on them qualifying for Europe.’Embarrassing our manager is taking that…’ – Eagle-eyed Chelsea fans fuming after spotting Maresca’s gesture to TimberRaheem SterlingSterling has endured a nightmare stint at Stamford Bridge since signing for £47.5m from Manchester City on a FIVE-YEAR deal in 2022.The 82-time England international joined Arsenal for a season-long loan last summer, with Maresca explaining that he wouldn’t play a minute under his management.With four Prem starts in 29 games this season, Arsenal won’t move to sign Sterling, who bags £325,000-per-week on a permanent deal.Bookies have West Ham and Fenerbahce as the front-runners to take him if he was to leave Chelsea.Arsenal won’t move to sign Sterling on a permanent dealJoao FelixFelix’s £113 million transfer from Benfica to Atletico Madrid in 2019 made him the fifth most expensive football transfer of all time. After a topsy-turvy few years Diego Simeone, Felix joined Chelsea on a brief loan in 2023, before he spent a campaign with Barcelona.His £42.7m sale to Chelsea last summer saw the LaLiga side ultimately accept a devastating financial loss.But within six months of his deal which runs until 2031, Maresca sent him on loan to AC Milan – which has been another nightmare.Felix, 25, has been slammed by some sections of the Italian press after a string of underwhelming performances since January.Joao Felix was shipped out on loan to AC Milan in JanuaryDavid Datro FofanaFofana’s 18 months at Chelsea have seen him feature just four times for the club, while he bags around £30,000 a week.The 22-year-old was recalled from his loan spell with Super Lig side Goztepe after major knee injury left him unable to play until next season.Previous loans at Union Berlin and Burnley previously conjured up just six goals in 32 appearances.Now Chelsea could cut their losses on the £13m man and ensure he is off their wage bill.Armando BrojaChelsea were willing to sell striker Broja last August, before he joined Everton on a season-long loan on deadline day.But bidders might be put off by the Albania international’s ongoing injury problems.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe 23-year-old was sidelined for the opening months of the season at Everton as he continued to recover from an Achilles injury, which had scuppered a transfer to Ipswich.Broja was then available for selection for FIVE games before being stretchered off with oxygen during Everton’s FA Cup win over Peterborough. 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    Who is Eddie Jordan’s wife Marie and how many kids did she have with former F1 team owner?

    FORMULA One legend Eddie Jordan passed away on March 20, 2025.The former team owner had been battling an “aggressive” form of prostate and bladder cancer. Here we get to know his wife Marie and their kids.Eddie Jordan and his wife Marie pictured at Royal Ascot in 2010Credit: Dan Charity – The SunEddie Jordan and his son Kyle in 2016Credit: Getty – ContributorIn December 2024, Eddie Jordan revealed he’d been diagnosed with bladder and prostate cancer months earlier.He made one of his last appearances on live radio in February 2025, when he was on talkSPORT discussing his takeover of London Irish.Towards the end of the segment, Eddie said: “Sorry guys, just a small thing, thank you.”I’ve just come out of getting chemotherapy and I’m not 100 per cent together here guys.read more on eddie jordan”I’m just not myself at this moment in time. I’m a little all over the place, so please forgive me.”Eddie was a motor racing man through and through, and while he never drove in F1, he did race F2, F3 and Formula Atlantic, as well as 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1981.A decade later he made it to the premier racing class with his Jordan Grand Prix team, and gave Michael Schumacher his F1 debut in 1991.Jordan Grand Prix competed in F1 until 2005, achieving its best ever result in 1998 when Damon Hill and Ralf Schumacher finished first and second at the Belgian Grand Prix.Most read in MotorsportThe team was sold in 2005 before being rebranded as MF1 Racing a year later, then later changing to Force India, Racing Point and now Aston Martin.A Jordan family statement reads: “Eddie 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.”‘I’m not myself, please forgive me’ – Shaken F1 legend Eddie Jordan, 76, apologises live on radio after cancer treatmentTributes have flooded in for Eddie from across the world.Jake Humphrey, who presented BBC F1 coverage with Eddie and David Coulthard, posted on X: “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, we won hearts. I will never forget how his face would.”Eddie passed away peacefully with family by his side in Cape Town in the early hours of 20th March 2025 at the age of 76Jordan Family StatementWho is Marie Jordan?Marie Jordan (née McCarthy) is the wife of former Formula One team owner Eddie Jordan.The couple has been married since 1979 and has four children together.Marie is a woman of many talents. She represented Ireland in women’s basketball, showcasing her athletic prowess on the international stage.She served as the captain of Sunningdale Golf Club, demonstrating her leadership skills and passion for golf.Eddie’s daughter Zoe is a fashion designerCredit: Getty – ContributorMarie is also a professional photographer and her artwork was displayed at the Saatchi Art Fair in London in October 2023.ChildrenEddie and Marie have four children together: Zoe, Miki, Zak and Kyle.Zoe Jordan, 43, is fashion designer. She launched her eponymous brand in London in 2011 after working as a trader for HSBC and Credit Suisse.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe has gained recognition in the fashion industry, winning several awards and showing her collections at both London and New York Fashion Week.Miki followed a career in sports event management, Zak is a snowboard teacher and competitor, while Kyle is the co-founder of a sustainable cleaning products company. More

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    Player who has never played for Newcastle receives Carabao Cup winners’ medal due to little-known rule

    A TEENAGER who is yet to make his Newcastle debut was given a Carabao Cup winners medal following Sunday’s 2-1 win over Liverpool.The Magpies ended their 70-year wait for a domestic trophy at the weekend by winning the Carabao Cup at Wembley.Sean Neave was on the bench for Newcastle during the Carabao Cup finalCredit: GettyThe 17-year-old was handed a winners medal despite not playing a single minute for the senior teamCredit: GettyDan Burn put his team 1-0 up on the brink of half-time with a composed header before Alexander Isak increased the advantage in the 52nd minute.Federico Chiesa got one back for Liverpool in added time, but it was not enough and Eddie Howe’s side went on to clinch the victory.Academy graduate Sean Neave was on the bench for Newcastle but did not get any minutes.Although he was denied the chance to make his senior debut at Wembley, the 17-year-old still received a winners medal.Read More on NewcastleNeave penned his first professional contract for Newcastle last summer.He said: “Ever since I was young, it’s been my dream to play for Newcastle United so to sign a professional deal here is surreal.”I was really pleased to make my debut for the under-21s as it means next year, I can push on and try to make a few more appearances and hopefully score a few goals.”Making my international debut was a really proud moment for me and my family. Playing for your country is one of the biggest things in football and I’m hoping that, next season, I can gain more appearances for England.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”I’m more than happy about my goals this season at under-18 level and I was really pleased to be the top goalscorer at the club.”I’m hoping I can push on, score a few more next season and be up there with the top goalscorers in the league.”Liverpool 1 Newcastle 2: Jubilant Toon finally end 70 years of heartache to win Carabao Cup in week from hell for RedsNeave scored less than two minutes into his Premier League 2 debut in November and is now one of the most highly-regarded young prospects at the club.Meanwhile, goalkeeper Martin Dubravka also received a medal despite not making an appearance.And reports are claiming that Miguel Almiron is poised to be given one despite leaving St James’ Park in January.Almiron made four appearances for the Magpies in the Carabao Cup this season before joining Atlanta United. More

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    ‘Tommy’s up for it’ – Jake and Logan Paul lined up for sensational clash with Fury brothers, reveals rising star Roman

    ROMAN FURY wants to join brother Tommy in a sensational double-bill battle against Logan and Jake Paul.Tommy became the first and so far only fighter to beat YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake after his 2023 split-decision win in Saudi Arabia. Roman Fury, left, with brother TommyJake Paul with older brother LoganCredit: Instagram @jakepaulJake Paul was beaten by Tommy Fury in 2023Credit: GettyRoman later called out Logan and has now revealed he has Tommy on board to rematch Jake in a stunning two-fight double header.He told SunSport: “I was asking for it. Listen, it still could happen. We just have to see how things go. I think that’s a massive card.”The Paul Brothers versus the Fury Brothers. I mean, that’ll gain interest.”I know I’ve not got the biggest name as of yet but definitely down the line that’s something I’d want. We spoke to Tommy about it, he’d be up for it. READ MORE IN b”It’s just a question of see how we go and let’s see the interest we can gain for it but 100 per cent per cent I’d be interested.”A bit of history and we’ll see which family comes out on top.” Logan, 29, has had four bouts in the ring including a 2018 draw against KSI, 31, before losing their rematch a year later. He also went the distance with boxing great Floyd Mayweather, 48, in 2021 and beat MMA star Dillon Danis, 31, by disqualification in October 2023. Most read in BoxingThat night, Tommy, 25, won a disputed decision against KSI, 31, but he is yet to return since after undergoing surgery for a broken hand. And Roman revealed both KSI and Jake are on Tommy’s radar for big-money rematches. Molly-Mae rocked by ‘leaked DMs’ as American footballer shares ‘flirty messages’ with Love Island star- after Tommy’s brother RomanHe said: “They’re the two main fights that he wants to have.”But he just needs to get them cobwebs off, get the ring rust off, and have a few warm-ups, then jump into them, probably at the end of the year at some point.” Roman, 28, himself returns on KSI’s undercard on March 29 in Manchester against American loudmouth Chase DeMoor, 28. DeMoor – who starred on Netflix’s Too Hot to Handle – has gone on a social media tirade slamming Roman, brothers Tyson and Tommy and their dad John.But 4-0 Roman said: “I’ve seen the real Chase DeMoor in Saudi and he’s nothing like what he’s doing on the internet.”So at the end of the day, I’m not bothered what he’s doing, I’m bothered about getting him inside the ring and that’s it.”So he can run his mouth, he can say all the s*** he’s been saying, but I ain’t interested just get in the ring and you’ll have to pay for it at the end of the day.”Chase Demoor, left, fights Roman FuryCredit: Getty More

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    Brave Eddie Jordan’s final appearance just weeks before his death as F1 legend kept working despite ‘aggressive’ cancer

    BRAVE Formula One icon Eddie Jordan kept working just weeks before his tragic death.The Irishman, who died aged 76, revealed that he was battling an “aggressive” form of prostate and bladder cancer, which spread to his spine and pelvis, late last year.Brave Formula One icon Eddie Jordan kept working just weeks before his tragic deathCredit: GettyHe spoke on the Formula For Success YouTube channelCredit: Youtube@FormulaForSuccess Eddie sadly died after battling with an “aggressive” form of prostate and bladder cancer which spread to his spine and pelvisCredit: GettyA family statement said: “Eddie 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.”He made his final appearance just weeks before his death on the Formula For Success YouTube channel.The F1 royalty shared his stellar expertise on the sport while chatting to Otmar Szafnauer and David Coulthard.Jordan appeared in high spirits as he discussed Szafnauer’s career as well as his own personal experiences in the industry. As the episode ended, Jordan joked with his guest: “I still hate you! But I’m still able to have a drink.”In haunting comments he added: “So let us in this new year, when DC comes back of from being dry, and you’ve done your two months, I’m hoping to make a recovery to be mid-season, maybe Monaco, back in full flight.”Hopefully things will work to my favour and we can head down to the TipTop and have a very nice pleasant cool beer, after racing some evening, hanging over the guard rail.”They’re special moments for me, because you can’t buy them and you’re just talking about rubbish and nothing at all.Most read in Motorsport”I enjoy that time.”It came after a live radio gig last month when he touchingly apologised after revealing he’s “not himself” following a dose of cancer treatment.The former F1 team owner was on talkSPORT discussing his takeover of London Irish.Towards the end of the segment, Jordan said: “Sorry guys, just a small thing, thank you.”I’ve just come out of getting chemotherapy and I’m not 100 per cent together here guys.”I’m just not myself at this moment in time. I’m a little all over the place, so please forgive me.”Back in December, Jordan revealed he went through some “dark days” as the cancer spread to different parts of his body.He urged people to go out and get tested and spoke about the importance of looking after one’s body.’I’m not myself, please forgive me’ – Shaken F1 legend Eddie Jordan, 76, apologises live on radio after cancer treatmentIn an appearance on his Formula For Success podcast, which he hosts alongside David Coulthard, Jordan said: “We’ve kind of alluded to it David, over the shows.”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.Jordan during the Mobil 1 German Grand Prix in July 1993 at the Hockenheimring Circuit in Hockenheim, GermanyCredit: GettyHe revealed he went through some ‘dark days’ as the cancer spread to different parts of his bodyCredit: PAJordan was a legend in his field and although he never drove in F1Credit: Getty”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. Don’t be stupid, don’t be shy. It’s not a shy thing – look after your body, guys.”We’ll move on, but yes, some very dark days in there – but we pulled out of it, thankfully.”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.The signs of bladder cancer you should knowThere are around 10,500 new bladder cancer cases in the UK every year, according to Cancer Research.That’s 29 every day, making it the 11th most common form of cancer in the UK.Smoking is the single biggest risk factor for bladder cancer, causing 45 per cent of cases in the UK.But exposure to other chemicals, including industrial, is also known to be a cause. Sometimes the cause of bladder cancer is not known.Around six in 10 cases are in people aged 75 or over, with a steep rise in risk from age 50.The signs of bladder cancerBlood in urine: This is the most common sign. It might not be obvious and may come and go. It might look like streaks of blood, or brown urine.A need to urinate moreA burning sensation when passing urinePelvic painBone painUnintentional weight lossSwelling of the legs 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.He 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.Speaking in mid-October about his health, the multi-millionaire revealed that he underwent tests as part of taking part in a cycling event in South Africa earlier in the year.He said: “At 76 I did the Argus [Cape Town Cycle Tour], and then you get a bit of a bang, and then you suddenly feel that you’re not 100 per cent.”You go to the doctor, and then you get this illness. But where there’s a will, there’s a way, and I urge everybody to be able to stand the fight, because it’s worth it.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m coming out the other side, everyone else should come out the other side. The prognosis is absolutely fantastic.”The medical awareness of what’s going on at the moment is quite simply mind-boggling – and so there should be every opportunity to avail of that medical help.”What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?Symptoms of prostate cancer can include:needing to pee more frequently, often during the nightneeding to rush to the toiletdifficulty in starting to pee (hesitancy)straining or taking a long time while peeingweak flowfeeling that your bladder has not emptied fullyblood in urine or blood in semenSource: NHSJordan presents a cake and champagne to Heinz-Harald Frentzen of Germany in 2000Credit: GettyJordan in July 1993Credit: Getty More