Johnny Herbert, now a former FIA race steward, issued his final warning to Max Verstappen just days before his removal as he told the F1 World Champion that rivals would “rebel” and “push back” against his antics.

Johnny Herbert has departed his role as an F1 driver steward ahead of the 2025 season, the FIA have confirmed. The 60-year-old, who won F1 Grand Prix during his career as a driver, has been involved with the stewarding panel since 2010.

The FIA have confirmed that Johnny Herbert has left his role as a race steward ahead of the new Formula One season. We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures, and video on this breaking news story.

Former driver-turned-pundit Johnny Herbert will no longer serve as an FIA race steward for Formula 1 races due to the "incompatible" dual roles he was trying to serve.

The former F1 driver was in line to be a steward at the season-opening race in Australia but was criticised by Jos Verstappen last year for his dual role as steward and pundit