Former grand prix driver Derek Warwick has been suspended from his role as a steward at this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix. Governing body the FIA said the decision had been made "following recent unauthorised media comments".

Sky Sports commentator Martin Brundle issued a resounding statement of support for a suspended FIA steward. Brundle, a former Formula 1 driver, commented on the suspension of Derek Warwick, who was not allowed to work at the Canadian Grand Prix.

Formula 1’s governing body has suspended a driver steward for this weekend’s Canadian Grand Prix over comments he made regarding a penalty Max Verstappen received two weeks ago.