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Haas boss Ayao Komatsu explained the groundbreaking choice to team Esteban Ocon with Formula 1’s first female race engineer, Laura Muller, due to a strong personality fit.
Laura Muller has been promoted to race engineer at Haas, becoming the first female to hold that position in Formula 1, working alongside Ocon. Prior to this, Muller, from Germany, had been involved in simulator duties for Haas and later served as a performance engineer. With a Master’s in Automotive Engineering, she gained experience in DTM and GT racing before breaking into F1. Haas also promoted Ronan O’Hare to be Oliver Bearman’s race engineer, emphasizing the team’s decision to promote from within to foster a positive message and highlight potential and work ethic. Muller’s determination and strong work ethic make her an excellent match for Ocon, showcasing her ability to tackle challenges head-on and her commitment to continuous improvement within the team.
