Newly unsealed court documents reveal sustained connections between prominent sports executives and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein long after his 2008 criminal conviction. The files, released last Friday, contain extensive email and text communications showing relationships between Epstein and leaders across Formula 1, NFL ownership, and European football.
Among the most detailed correspondences are emails between Epstein and Jean Todt, former Ferrari team principal and FIA president. Records indicate Todt visited Epstein’s New York residence in 2017, with their introduction facilitated by Norwegian diplomat Terje Rod-Larsen. The exchange shows Todt expressing willingness to continue their acquaintance, inviting Epstein to contact him during future visits to Paris or Geneva.
The documents further reveal communications involving Alpine F1 executive Flavio Briatore, whom Epstein referred to as ‘my Italian friend’ in discussions about potential aircraft purchases and property transactions. Crystal Palace investor Josh Harris maintained email and phone contact with Epstein through 2016, despite his representatives claiming Harris sought to avoid developing a corporate relationship.
Notably, New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch exchanged emails with Epstein that included discussions about arranging meetings with women. In one 2013 message, Epstein offered to ‘bring the Russian,’ to which Tisch responded ‘is she fun?’ Tisch has since expressed regret over the association.
The files also detail pre-conviction communications between sports figures and Ghislaine Maxwell, including sexually charged emails from Casey Wasserman, chairman of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. While many named individuals have issued statements expressing regret, several major sports organizations including the NFL are considering formal investigations into the conduct of their executives.