Haas F1 Boss Names the ‘Driver to Beat’ between Hamilton-Verstappen

The championship battle between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen has captivated everyone in the world this season. They both have won races and provided great entertainment to the fans. It has split most of the paddock in choosing between them as their pick for the title, and Haas team principal Guenther Steiner has picked the Red Bull driver over the 7-time world champion.

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I think Max will win the title this year: Guenther Steiner

As reported by Formula passion, the Haas team boss revealed that the Dutch driver has been the difference this season in the title race. He believes Max is the driver to beat in 2021.

“I think Max will win the title this year. So what if I think Red Bull has the best car? I did not say this. I said that Max is the driver to beat,” said Steiner.

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The Haas team boss happy with the development in the 2022 car

Guenther Steiner mentioned that he and Gene Haas are happy with the progress in the development of the 2022 car. He stated that the American team flew to Italy to see the progress of the car and was satisfied with it.

“I went there with Gene, he hasn’t been to Italy for three years, because of COVID-19 he couldn’t come the last few years, so I showed him around and showed him how we’ve changed, how we’ve organized ourselves and how Simone is leading the group.

I think he [Gene Haas] was happy with what he saw, and he’s looking forward to 2022 again like we all are, I think we’ll be ready. Where we’ll end up, I don’t know yet, but for sure we’ll make steps forward,” said Guenther.

Haas had decided to not develop their 2021 car and focus completely on the 2022 season. The 2022 season will be crucial for them as they make their bid to get back up the grid.

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