Haas driver Nico Hulkenberg has addressed the recurring problem of drivers impeding their rivals during qualifying sessions, suggesting that the issue arises from varying levels of attention paid by different drivers. Hulkenberg’s comments came in response to recent penalties issued for impeding incidents, as multiple drivers found themselves hindered by competitors on their flying laps.
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Guenther Steiner hopes that Haas will be able to make a definitive decision on their 2024 team line-up by the upcoming summer break. This follows last year, which saw plenty of uncertainty for Haas’ driver line-up. Mick Schumacher was fighting to retain his seat throughout the 2022 season before ultimately losing his spot to Nico
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Participating in a round of the ‘Guenther Steiner meme challenge’ with Sky Sports’ Joe Thomlinson, the Haas team principal was asked to choose between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen as his next Haas driver. Steiner immediately pointed to the Drake meme, indicating his preference for Verstappen. Explaining his choice, Steiner stated, “It came automatically to
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Several Ferrari-powered cars took on a range of new power unit components at the 2023 Austrian GP. Additionally, reigning world champion Max Verstappen made use of his second and final control electronics on his home turf. F1Technical’s senior writer Balázs Szabó provided insights into the engine situation from the Red Bull Ring paddock. The current
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Guenther Steiner, the team principal of Haas, has voiced his discontent with the “inconsistent” decision-making process of the Formula 1 stewards following Max Verstappen’s avoidance of punishment for allegedly impeding Kevin Magnussen during qualifying. Verstappen, a two-time world champion, was summoned to the stewards on Friday evening to present his perspective after being accused of
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Haas team principal Guenther Steiner has revealed the team’s aims for the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix are focusing on improving their race pace and addressing their persistent issues with tyre degradation. The team’s struggles in managing their tyres effectively during race stints have been a significant factor impacting their performance this season. This was evident
MoreNico Hulkenberg has had a mixed season thus far following his return to Haas after Nikita Mazepin was unceremoniously axed over Russia’s invasion of neighbouring Ukraine. Despite several strong qualifying performances, the German has seen himself fall back during races, as a result of Haas continuing to be relatively uncompetitive. Former Formula 1 driver Ralf
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German magazine Sport Bild has reported that Mick Schumacher, the former Haas driver and current test and reserve driver for Mercedes, is being considered by both Williams and Sauber for a potential seat in the 2024 Formula 1 season. Recent rumours have suggested that Williams, powered by Mercedes engines, may be particularly interested in Schumacher
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Nikita Mazepin, who was forced out of Haas and Formula 1 due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, has expressed that it would not be the end of the world if he is unable to make a comeback to the sport. Last week, a judge rejected his request to enter the UK for discussions with teams
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Haas appears poised to solidify its driver line-up of experienced drivers for the 2024 Formula 1 season. Reflecting on the team’s rookie experiment in 2021 with Mick Schumacher and Nikita Mazepin, Haas Team Principal Gunther Steiner expressed regret over the decision. After Mazepin’s departure, former Haas driver Kevin Magnussen was brought in as a replacement.
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