Former F1 Team Principal Eddie Jordan Discloses Cancer Diagnosis

Eddie Jordan, a former Formula 1 team principal and broadcaster for the BBC and Channel 4, announced that he received a diagnosis of a “quite aggressive” cancer earlier in the current year. The 76-year-old disclosed that he had bladder and prostate cancer, which subsequently metastasized to his spine and pelvis. Jordan, whose F1 team participated in races from 1991 to 2005, currently manages renowned design figure Adrian Newey. During an appearance on his Formula For Success podcast with co-host David Coulthard, Jordan encouraged his audience to “go and get tested, because in life, you’ve got chances”. Jordan stated, “We’ve kind of alluded to it 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.” The Irish national drew a parallel between his condition and that of Sir Chris Hoy, the six-time Olympic cycling champion, who disclosed in October that he has terminal cancer. He remarked, “We’ve all heard about our wonderful friend, Sir Chris Hoy, who’s an absolute megastar, and he is coming out and talking about illnesses like what I’ve got, but he’s a far younger man.” Jordan further advised, “Go and do it. Don’t be stupid. Don’t be shy. It’s not a shy thing. Look after your body, guys.” The team founded by Jordan, bearing his name, participated in 250 Formula 1 races, achieving four victories.