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Johnny Herbert has shared his thoughts after the FIA decided he would not be part of its F1 stewarding rotation for the 2025 season.
Johnny Herbert has responded to being relieved of his role as an FIA steward ahead of the 2025 F1 season, citing his punditry work as the reason for his removal. Herbert, who retired as a driver in 2000 after a successful career, had been serving as a steward for over 15 years while also working as a pundit for Sky Sports F1. His outspoken commentary on incidents, including criticisms of Max Verstappen’s driving, led to his removal. There is ongoing debate within F1 about the role of stewards, with calls for it to become a full-time position to ensure consistency and avoid conflicts of interest. Despite the decision, Herbert expressed gratitude for the opportunities he had as an FIA steward and thanked the organization for the experiences he had.
