The FIA has announced that former Formula 1 driver Johnny Herbert will no longer act as a steward for grand prix racing events.
The British driver has for many years formed part of the governing body’s pool of ex-professional racing drivers required to act as one of four stewards that serve to officiate incidents at F1 events.
There has been significant interest in Herbert’s role with the FIA since late in the 2024 season, when he was part of the stewards’ panel that twice penalised Red Bull driver Max Verstappen at the Mexican Grand Prix.
In partnership with a betting company, Herbert then commented on the decisions handed down by the body.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the FIA said: “It is with regret that we announce today that Johnny Herbert will no longer fulfil the position of F1 driver steward for the FIA.
“Johnny is widely respected and brought invaluable experience and expertise to his role. However, after discussion, it was mutually agreed that his duties as an FIA steward and that of a media pundit were incompatible.
“We thank him for his service and wish him well in his future endeavours.”
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