The Times this morning are reporting possibly the most bizarre F1 story so far this season: Eddie Irvine is trying to buy Jordan F1, and possibly as soon as the British GP in July!!!
There have been rumours around for a few weeks that Russian/Canadian zillionaire Alex Schnaider is already trying to offload the Jordan team, just six months into his ownership. The rumours were that he was trying to find another Russian to take over so that it could build upon the interest that his short time in charge has already created in his homeland. However,The Times reports that Eddie Irvine (one of the richest drivers in F1 history) is potentially looking to offer £20million for the ailing team. Irvine is well remembered in F1 for his flamboyance and unpredictability, but this move would easily be his most extravagant if it turns out to be true! After making millions in F1 Irvine has apparently been bolstering his fortune with an extensive property portfolio, so funds wouldn't appear to be a problem.
Personally I think Eddie Irvine is hilarious and think his irreverence has been missed since he left F1, but Irvine as a team boss? I'm not convinced! Would anyone think this to be a good idea for Jordan/the sport as a whole?