Johnny Herbert can hold his head up high after an impeccable 15-year career as an F1 steward. But he still should have been axed from the role long ago over a conflict of interest.

It's all about perspective in these kind of situations.

Max Verstappen's dad has been unfairly gunning for Herbert's head ever since the Mexico City Grand Prix last year, when his son was given two 10-second penalties.

Feelings will have been put to one side when making decisions based on the evidence presented.

Herbert has been a top professional in the stewards' room during investigations and there would not have been any bias.

Plus, it is a team of UNPAID stewards making these calls, so you cannot pin it on one man.

Yes, you read that right; this billion-pound sport relies on volunteers to uphold the on-track regulations. Only travel expenses are covered to preside over races.

Herbert is paid to make controversial remarks by broadcasters and betting companies - he has to earn a living somehow. But he is always only going to rile the drivers by doing so.

If he then decides the punishment after criticising them - it's not a good look for the sport.

With the amount of money knocking around, full-time, paid stewards are a must.

England can get Curry-ed away

ENGLAND can get Curry-ed away if twins Tom and Ben help upset Ireland in Dublin.

Steve Borthwick's side face the best two nations in their opening two fixtures, with France at home next weekend.

It's a big ask but back-to-back wins and the title should be a shoo-in.