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Christian Horner does not believe tensions between Max Verstappen, his father Jos, and Johnny Herbert played any role in Herbert losing his position as an FIA steward.
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner clarified that Max Verstappen was not involved in Johnny Herbert losing his FIA steward role. Herbert, 60, was removed due to his punditry work conflicting with stewarding requirements, a decision Horner supports. Herbet’s comments on Max’s Mexico City GP conduct led to controversy, with Jos Verstappen criticizing him in the press. Calls for the FIA to hire full-time stewards have increased to prevent conflicts of interest. Horner emphasized the inappropriateness of stewards working in the media and mentioned the need to choose between regulatory and media roles. He compared the situation to professional sports like the Premier League, where such dual roles are not allowed.
