Johnny Herbert secures new role – one day after losing F1 steward job - Herbert’s dual role as a steward and pundit was deemed ‘incompatible’ by F1’s governing body

Johnny Herbert has released a statement following his dismissal as FIA steward ahead of the 2025 F1 season. On Wednesday, the FIA announced that Herbert would be axed, citing his punditry work as a main factor for his sacking.

Since becoming a FIA steward, there has been a lot of controversy surrounding Johnny Herbert. Decisions that have been made by the former F1 driver have come under criticism, but the reason for his departure from the governing body is because of his interviews conducted with betting companies.

Johnny Herbert dropped as F1 steward by FIA just weeks before 2025 season - The former F1 driver was in line to be a steward at the season-opening race in Australia but was criticised by Jos Verstappe

Johnny Herbert has announced that he has joined Lola as a brand ambassador, 24 hours after being dropped as an F1 driver steward by governing body the FIA. The FIA confirmed on Wednesday that Herbert,

Johnny Herbert says he understands why he was axed by the FIA and he will no longer allowed to steward races from this season. "I'm very grateful for the opportunity of being an FIA driver steward and I have thoroughly enjoyed the role I have been involved in over the years," he said.

Johnny Herbert leaves role as F1 steward over ‘incompatible’ pundit work - The former racing driver attracted criticism from Max Verstappen’s camp last season.

Formula One season onwards, Johnny Herbert will no longer be an FIA steward during Grand Prix weekends. The decision puts an end to the increasingly loud calls for the removal of Herbert from his voluntary position because of possible conflicts of interest.