Mansour Ojjeh

Biography

Mansour Ojjeh (1952 – June 6, 2021) was a prominent Saudi-born French businessman and influential figure in Formula 1. As the CEO of Techniques d'Avant Garde (TAG), he played a pivotal role in the sport's development. In the early 1980s, Ojjeh financed the development of the TAG-Porsche turbo engines, which powered McLaren to multiple World Championships. He became a significant shareholder in McLaren in 1984, contributing to the team's success over several decades. Beyond motorsport, Ojjeh was instrumental in transforming TAG Heuer into a leading luxury watch brand. His legacy in Formula 1 is marked by innovation and a commitment to excellence.