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The Haas Formula 1 team should turn to ex-Alpine boss Otmar Szafnauer to fill the Chief Operating Officer post it
Schumacher criticized Guenther Steiner’s management and expressed disappointment that he will not be continuing as Team Principal of Haas beyond 2023. Despite their conflicts, Schumacher acknowledges that Steiner brought attention to the team and will be missed. The team owner, Gene Haas, has promoted Ayao Komatsu to replace Steiner and plans to hire a COO based in Europe. Both Szafnauer and Binotto are potential candidates for the position, but Schumacher believes that Szafnauer is a better fit due to his experience and ability to find and develop talent. Gene Haas has emphasized the need for resourcefulness and Szafnauer’s experience with limited budgets, like at Force India, makes him a suitable choice.
