F1 legend Eddie Jordan reveals battle with cancer in heartbreaking health update

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F1 legend reveals battle with cancer in heartbreaking health update

Eddie Jordan was diagnosed with the illness earlier this year

Kevin McKenna

Thursday 12 December 2024 12:59 Updated: 17:58

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Formula 1 icon Eddie Jordan has opened up on his recent battle with cancer, as he reflected on what has been a challenging and emotional year.

Jordan, who founded and owned the Jordan Grand Prix team between 1991 and 2005, revealed that he was diagnosed with prostate and bladder cancer earlier this year, admitting that he'd experienced 'some very dark days' along the way.

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The heartbreaking news was announced days after the 2024 F1 season arrived at its conclusion in Abu Dhabi last weekend.

Eddie Jordan was diagnosed with prostate and bladder cancer earlier this year

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Jordan issues important message

In a poignant conversation with close friend and former McLaren star David Coulthard, 76-year-old Jordan delivered a powerful message to anyone holding any concerns over their health.

Speaking on the Formula for Success Podcast, Jordan said: "We’ve kind of alluded to it David over the shows, all the 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’s an absolute megastar and he coming out and talking about illnesses such 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 waste or put it off, go and get tested because in life you get chances, and there is so much medical advice out there and so many things you can do to extend your lifetime.