GALLERY: Drivers and teams gather to pay tribute to Eddie Jordan ahead of Chinese Grand Prix

The Formula 1 drivers and teams have gathered for a tribute to Eddie Jordan ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix, following the passing of the former team owner on Thursday at the age of 76.

Prior to the race getting underway, the field came together on the grid as footage played showcasing various highlights from Jordan’s time in the sport, with the Irishman’s Jordan Grand Prix team having competed between 1991 and 2005.

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Music accompanied the scenes before the drivers and teams – along with the fans in the grandstands – joined in a round of applause for Jordan.

Check out the gallery up top to see the tribute in pictures.