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Johnny Herbert Slams FIA After Dismissal Over Bias Claims

3/1/2025

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Johnny Herbert, recently ousted as an FIA steward, has voiced strong criticism against the governing body, accusing it of bias and a "heavy-handed" approach. His dismissal came after Max Verstappen's team took issue with Herbert's remarks on Verstappen's racing tactics. Defending his stance for British drivers, Herbert raised serious questions about the FIA's governance and stewarding practices.

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Johnny Herbert, recently ousted as an FIA steward, has voiced strong criticism against the governing body, accusing it of bias and a "heavy-handed" approach. His dismissal came after Max Verstappen's team took issue with Herbert's remarks on Verstappen's racing tactics. Defending his stance for British drivers, Herbert raised serious questions about the FIA's governance and stewarding practices.