Eddie Irvine F1 Profile & Career Stats
Former Formula 1 Driver
Eddie Irvine
F1 career: 1993 - 2002
Driver Profile
| Country |  United Kingdom |
| Height | 1.77 meter / 5 feet 10 inch1.77 m / 5'10" |
| Place of Birth | Newtownards |
| Date of Birth | Nov 10th 1965: 60 years old |
| Season Entries | 10 (1993–2002) |
| Car Number | 16 |
| Best Qualifying | 2nd - (4 times) |
| Last F1 car | Jaguar R3 (2002) |
Full Career Statistics
| Drivers' Titles | 0 |
| Grand Prix Entries | 147 |
| Grand Prix Starts | 146 |
| Total Points | 191.00 |
| Avg. Points per GP | 1.30 |
| Grand Prix Wins | 4 (2,7%) |
| Pole Positions | 0 |
| Front Row Starts | 4 (2,7%) |
| Avg. GP Grid | 9.3 |
| GP Podiums | 26 (17,7%) |
| GP Fastest Laps | 1 (0,7%) |
| GP Points Finish | 50 (34,0%) |
| Avg. GP Position | 6.0 |
| GP DNFs | 64 (43,5%) |
| Total GP Laps | 6.846 |
| Laps Led | 157 |
F1 Career Team History
Key Career Landmarks
Race
1993 Japanese F1 Grand Prix1993 JPN F1 GP 27 years, 348 days27y, 348d2002 Japanese F1 Grand Prix2002 JPN F1 GP 36 years, 337 days36y, 337d
1993 Japanese F1 Grand Prix1993 JPN F1 GP 27 years, 348 days27y, 348d2002 Japanese F1 Grand Prix2002 JPN F1 GP 36 years, 337 days36y, 337dWin
1999 Australian F1 Grand Prix1999 AUS F1 GP 33 years, 117 days33y, 117d
1999 Malaysian F1 Grand Prix1999 MAS F1 GP 33 years, 341 days33y, 341d
1999 Australian F1 Grand Prix1999 AUS F1 GP 33 years, 117 days33y, 117d1999 Malaysian F1 Grand Prix1999 MAS F1 GP 33 years, 341 days33y, 341dPodium
1995 Canadian F1 Grand Prix1995 CAN F1 GP 29 years, 213 days29y, 213d
2002 Italian F1 Grand Prix2002 ITA F1 GP 36 years, 309 days36y, 309d
1995 Canadian F1 Grand Prix1995 CAN F1 GP 29 years, 213 days29y, 213d2002 Italian F1 Grand Prix2002 ITA F1 GP 36 years, 309 days36y, 309dPoints finish1993 Japanese F1 Grand Prix1993 JPN F1 GP 27 years, 348 days27y, 348d2002 Italian F1 Grand Prix2002 ITA F1 GP 36 years, 309 days36y, 309d
1993 Japanese F1 Grand Prix1993 JPN F1 GP 27 years, 348 days27y, 348d2002 Italian F1 Grand Prix2002 ITA F1 GP 36 years, 309 days36y, 309dF1 Career Finishing Positions
1st
4
2nd
6
3rd
16
4th
10
5th
7
6th
7
7th
8
8th
6
9th
5
10th
5
11th
3
12th
1
13th
3
16th
1
DNF
64
DNS
1
DNF Did Not FinishDNS Did Not Start
Performance Breakdown
Bio
Eddie Irvine Biography
Eddie Irvine driving his Jaguar on the A1 Ring (Austria 2002)
Eddie Irvine is one of the most iconic Formula One drivers. Born on November 10, 1965, in Northern Ireland, he began his racing career at the age of 17 in the Irish Formula Ford Championship. He then went on to race in the British Formula Three Championship, where he won the title in 1987.
In 1993, Irvine made his debut in Formula One with the Jordan team. His first race was at the Japanese Grand Prix, where he finished 6th. The following year, he moved to the Lotus team and had a solid season, finishing 10th in the championship.
However, it was in 1996 when Irvine made his mark on the sport. He signed with the Ferrari team as a test driver but was promoted to a race seat midway through the season after Gerhard Berger was forced to retire due to illness. Irvine proved to be a valuable asset to the team and helped Ferrari win their first Constructors' Championship in 16 years in 1999.
Irvine's finest season came in 1999 when he finished second in the championship, just two points behind his teammate, Mika Hakkinen. He won four races that season, including a memorable victory in the Australian Grand Prix, where he overtook Hakkinen on the last lap to secure the win.
After his successful stint with Ferrari, Irvine moved to Jaguar Racing in 2000, where he spent three seasons. He retired from Formula One in 2002 with a total of four wins, 26 podiums, and 191 points to his name.
Irvine's personality off the track was just as colorful as his driving style. He was known for his outspoken and sometimes controversial comments, which made him a fan favorite. In retirement, he has continued to be involved in motorsport, running his own team in the American Le Mans Series.
Eddie Irvine's career was defined by his speed, skill, and determination, and he remains one of the most popular drivers in Formula One history. His contribution to Ferrari's success in the late 1990s and his fearless driving style will be remembered for many years to come.
Cars
Seasons
Eddie Irvine Championship Results
Eddie Irvine F1 Seasons Summary
| Year | Team | Engine | GP | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Pod | Pole | Laps | FL | Lead | Avg Pts | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 |
 Jaguar |
Cosworth | 17 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 815 | 0 | 0 | 0.47 | 8 |
| 2001 |
Jaguar |
Cosworth | 16 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 658 | 0 | 0 | 0.38 | 6 |
| 2000 |
Jaguar |
Cosworth | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 799 | 0 | 0 | 0.25 | 4 |
| 1999 |
 Ferrari |
Ferrari | 16 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 983 | 1 | 133 | 4.63 | 74 |
| 1998 |
Ferrari |
Ferrari | 16 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 893 | 0 | 1 | 2.94 | 47 |
| 1997 |
Ferrari |
Ferrari | 17 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 800 | 0 | 23 | 1.41 | 24 |
| 1996 |
Ferrari |
Ferrari | 16 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 575 | 0 | 0 | 0.69 | 11 |
| 1995 |
 Jordan |
 Peugeot | 17 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 813 | 0 | 0 | 0.59 | 10 |
| 1994 |
Jordan |
Hart | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 447 | 0 | 0 | 0.46 | 6 |
| 1993 |
Jordan |
Hart | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 0.50 | 1 |
Races
Wins
Podiums
Teammates
News
Latest Eddie Irvine News
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Former Ferrari people stand up for old team after losing
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Ferrari must bring back 'team orders' this season says Irvine
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Eddie Irvine — Frequently Asked Questions
When did Eddie Irvine start racing in Formula 1?
Eddie Irvine started racing in Formula 1 in 1993.
Is Eddie Irvine still racing in Formula 1?
No, Eddie Irvine last competed in Formula 1 in 2002.
How many Formula 1 races has Eddie Irvine won?
Eddie Irvine has won 4 Formula 1 races.
How many F1 podiums does Eddie Irvine have?
Eddie Irvine has finished on the podium 26 times in Formula 1.
When did Eddie Irvine win their first F1 race?
Eddie Irvine won their first Formula 1 race at the 1999 Australian F1 GP.
What nationality is Eddie Irvine?
Eddie Irvine is British.
Which teams has Eddie Irvine driven for in Formula 1?
Eddie Irvine has driven for Jordan, Ferrari and Jaguar in Formula 1.
How many F1 races has Eddie Irvine entered?
Eddie Irvine has competed in 147 Formula 1 Grands Prix.
