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Nico Hulkenberg believes the initial problems rival teams encountered throughout the early stages of the 2023 Formula 1 season flattered
Haas had a relatively promising start to the season, but ultimately struggled to score points and finished at the bottom of the Constructors’ Championship. McLaren improved throughout the year and became a regular podium contender after a mid-season upgrade package. AlphaTauri also made significant progress and moved up from the bottom of the standings. Hulkenberg, reflecting on the season, acknowledged that Haas lacked pace and missed opportunities for points. The team attempted to address its tire degradation issue with a new car configuration, but it didn’t provide the desired results. Hulkenberg emphasized the need for Haas to improve its car and upgrade strategy for the next season.
