Bernie Ecclestone explains why he doesn’t go to Eddie Jordan’s funeral because the Formula -1

Bernie Ecclestone led tribute to his “special” friend Eddie Jordan, the Formula -1 legend, who died at the age of 76.

Jordan’s family announced that his death took place at home in Cape Town in the early hours of the morning. His wife Marie and her children after a long fight against cancer at his side.

The ex-team boss made a close connection with the former ruler Ecclestone des Sports, who supported Jordan in motorsport in his many decades.

Ecclestone spoke from Gstaad, Switzerland, said to Mail Sport: “I am very, very sad because Eddie was a special guy. Tell me which team leader today.

‘He had been sick for a few months. I recently heard that he received two diagnoses from various doctors. One told him that he was in trouble and another that all of his problems had disappeared. Unfortunately we know the answer now. ‘

The 94-year-old Ecclestone remained in contact with Jordan after ending the daily participation in the F1.

Formula -1 legend Eddie Jordan died at the age of 76 after he has lost his fight against cancer

Bernie Ecclestone praised his “special” friend Jordan, with whom he worked in the F1 during her time

The seven -time world champion Michael Schumacher only completed a race for Jordan F1 before he was torn away by Benetton and Ferrari

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He added: “With Eddie they always knew where they were. We were able to joke and laugh each other. We were very close nearby. We trusted each other.

“We stole Schumacher and told him that Michael would go to Benetton in 1992, and we discussed this during a whole night session. They learn a lot about people under such circumstances. He fought to keep his driver, but was happy when he got a few dollars in return for Michael. Eddie was always looking for a few dollars in a completely beautiful way.

“I would have given him an open check because I fully trusted him.

“I will not go to his funeral. I don’t go to funeral. I can’t go to mine. He will certainly not go to mine. So everything is fair. It has always been with Eddie. ‘