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Here's Johnny

It was somewhat surprising to see Johnny Herbert make a return to the Formula One paddock as the newly appointed 'Sporting Relations Manager' for Jordan Grand Prix. Will Gray caught up with the affable Briton for a chat on his new role, his racing career and what he'll be doing next weekend at Turkey

Q: So, how did your new appointment with Jordan Grand Prix all come about?

Johnny Herbert: "It basically came through a friend of mine, who came up with the idea. Unfortunately at the beginning of the season Jordan didn't have the sweetest start, it was a bit difficult to get any proper information, it was a difficult situation. So they thought it would be a good idea to have someone who people could chat to, a friendly face, someone who they could talk to quite easily, so that was the idea."

Q: And when did it fall into place?

Herbert: "Just a little bit before the British Grand Prix, but the first proper meeting was at Silverstone, where I met Colin [Kolles]. He thought it was a good idea that the team have someone who is a little bit more that way inclined, someone else who could take that role. So basically it was an idea to take that role from Colin."

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