Johnny Herbert Hits Back at Lewis Hamilton and British Bias Claims

Johnny Herbert has defended himself against persistent fan accusations of being biased toward Lewis Hamilton and fellow British drivers during his media appearances. Speaking in a recent interview, the former Formula 1 driver-turned-pundit addressed the intense criticism he and other domestic commentators frequently face from international fanbases.

"They say, "You"re biased to Lewis Hamilton". Well, we are British, and Lewis is a Brit!" said Herbert, defending the natural inclination to support home-country athletes. He compared the dynamic to international sporting events, noting that fans from other nations naturally rally behind their own competitors without facing the same level of scrutiny.

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Herbert spent years working across dual roles in the motorsport world, serving as both an outspoken broadcast analyst and a rotating race steward for the FIA. However, his sharp criticisms of reigning figures like Max Verstappen during race weekends eventually drew intense backlash and online hostility.

Reflecting on the digital blowback, Herbert revealed that the most severe abuse he encountered on social media originated from partisan supporters angered by his critiques. Despite the fierce public discourse surrounding national bias in the paddock, Herbert maintains that his analytical commentary remains objective.

Ferrari Boss Warns Hamilton and Leclerc

Ferrari Boss Warns Hamilton and Leclerc

Scuderia Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has issued a clear internal warning to Lewis Hamilton and teammate Charles Leclerc regarding their on-track conduct. Vasseur emphasized that both drivers must continue to maintain strict mutual respect as the competitive tension builds up inside the garage.

Hamilton currently holds an advantage in the drivers" standings following a strong start to the campaign, though Leclerc has consistently chipped away at the deficit during recent rounds. Vasseur noted that proper behavioral standards are vital as Ferrari prepares to introduce major upgrades designed to boost performance.

The team boss praised the overall collaborative dynamic between the two champions, noting that their shared desire to outperform one another ultimately drives the engineering group forward. According to Vasseur, this high-stakes internal rivalry is translating into accelerated progress for the iconic Maranello outfit.