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Haas Team Principal Guenther Steiner remains optimistic ahead of the 2024 Formula 1 season, believing his team “could end up
Despite sacrificing development in the 2021 season, Haas F1 found itself at the bottom of the standings in just the second year of the current ruleset. The team had a strong start, with Nico Hulkenberg’s qualifying performances earning them points. However, their struggles in race conditions worsened throughout the year. With gains made by other teams, Haas finished last in the Constructors’ standings. Team Principal Guenther Steiner is hopeful for a turnaround in 2024, citing the budget cap as a factor that makes anything possible. However, the team’s performance in 2023 should be a cause for concern, as both McLaren and AlphaTauri were able to identify weaknesses and improve their performance, while Haas failed in this regard. For Haas to emerge as a midfield front-runner in 2024, they will need more than just a tightly contested pack to make progress.
