While Guenther Steiner, the then-team boss, repeatedly denied reports of a possible sale, discussions about Haas’s future in Formula 1 were ongoing until they signed the new Concorde Agreement. With Haas now in its 10th season, there has been interest from several parties looking to buy the team, but Gene Haas remains fully committed.
Their last season was one of the most successful in their history, finishing seventh in the constructors’ championship, a significant improvement from their disappointing 2023 campaign. After deciding not to extend Steiner’s contract, Ayao Komatsu took over as the team principal.
Komatsu’s idea to have Haas drive one of the team’s cars from the 2023 season at the Goodwood Festival of Speed highlights the positive changes in Haas’s owner’s involvement. Gene Haas’s increased engagement and passion for the sport have been noted by Komatsu, who appreciates the owner’s commitment to the team and his unwillingness to entertain offers to sell.
Not only does Gene Haas enjoy being the owner of the F1 team but he is actively involved in the team’s activities, signaling a bright future for Haas F1 as they continue to progress under his leadership.
