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Guenther Steiner believes he “stayed at Haas too long” before his departure this winter, with the team unable to fight at the front in Formula 1. The former Haas team principal held the position si…
Guenther Steiner expressed his belief that he stayed at Haas for too long before his recent departure, acknowledging the team’s inability to compete at the front of the Formula 1 grid. Steiner served as Haas team principal from its 2016 debut until this winter when he was succeeded by Ayao Komatsu. Currently, Steiner is embracing a new perspective, having taken on roles as a media pundit for German TV and columnist for the official F1 website, revealing that stepping away has provided him with clarity regarding his objectives. Reflecting on his time at Haas, Steiner admitted to losing sight of his ambitions and emphasized his desire to return to F1 only if there is significant potential for advancement and a chance to compete at the forefront. Using the development of Mercedes and Red Bull as examples, Steiner highlighted the importance of patience, long-term planning, and the necessity for the “right project” in considering any future return to the Formula 1 arena.
