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Johnny Herbert has left his role as one of the Formula 1 driver stewards after the FIA concluded his work as a media analyst was “incompatible” with the role.
Johnny Herbert, a former F1 driver who served as a steward for the FIA since 2010, was removed from his role following mutual agreement that his duties as a steward and a media pundit were incompatible. Despite Herbert’s intention to continue as a steward, the FIA confirmed his departure due to this issue. Herbert, who also provided analysis for Sky Sports F1 until 2023, was widely respected for his experience and expertise in the sport. However, questions about his impartiality arose after he criticized Max Verstappen’s driving ethics following the Mexico City Grand Prix. Herbert defended his actions, stating that he separates his opinions as a steward from those expressed as a pundit, emphasizing his commitment to professionalism in both roles. In response to criticism, Herbert maintained that his views were not biased and were shared by others in the F1 community, including Lando Norris and Zak Brown.
