Overview

• ITV’s insurance chief vetoed his rally drives with Seat, ending his chance to race professionally.
• The ban left Gregson considering quitting his role as Steve McDonald after 36 years on Coronation Street.
• He revealed the conflict on the Fuelling Around podcast, detailing how the policy crushed his lifelong dream.
• Despite his disappointment, Gregson affirmed he will continue on the soap under the existing contractual restrictions.
• His story highlights strict risk-management rules that bar performers from high-risk personal ventures.