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Formula 1 Race Steward Johnny Herbert has hit back at claims from Jos Verstappen that he is biased against his son Max.
During the Mexico City Grand Prix, Max Verstappen received time penalties for twice forcing Lando Norris off track, with Johnny Herbert suggesting Verstappen’s driving won’t change to protect his lead in the championship. Verstappen’s father, Jos, criticized the stewards’ decisions and questioned potential biases. Max Verstappen responded to Damon Hill’s criticism, expressing frustration and a sense of not fitting in within the F1 community due to his nationality. Herbert defended his dual roles as a steward and a pundit, emphasizing his right to express opinions outside of official duties and pointing out that criticism is not targeted solely at Max. Furthermore, Herbert highlighted the importance of having and expressing opinions in Formula 1, addressing Jos Verstappen’s own outspoken nature regarding F1 matters.
