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The first major news out of the Formula 1 paddock in 2024 broke yesterday, with the surprise exit of long-time
Various drivers, both past and present, of the Haas F1 team have reacted to the unexpected departure of team principal Guenther Steiner. Steiner had been with the team since its inception in 2014 and played a significant role in getting Haas onto the F1 grid in 2016. However, team owner Gene Haas was unhappy with the team’s current performance, leading to Steiner’s departure. Ayao Komatsu has been promoted from within to replace Steiner. Drivers such as Kevin Magnussen, Nico Hulkenberg, Pietro Fittipaldi, and Romain Grosjean have expressed their thoughts and appreciation for Steiner. They have recognized the challenges and growth they experienced under his leadership and have wished him the best in his future endeavors. Additionally, they have shown excitement for Komatsu, who has been a longtime friend and valuable teammate to many of the drivers.
