Haas drivers Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen BREAK SILENCE on Guenther Steiner’s exit

Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen took to social media to bid farewell to Guenther Steiner.

Haas drivers Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen BREAK SILENCE on Guenther Steiner’s exit

Kevin Magnussen, Guenther Steiner and Nico Hulkenberg (via IMAGO)

Guenther Steiner will no longer serve as Haas F1 Team Principal. The 58-year-old had been part of the American team since its origins almost a decade ago. Haas’ decision came as a shock to the entire F1 paddock as Steiner had been a fan favorite. Now, Haas drivers Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen have finally spoken about their team boss’ departure.

Hulkenberg posted a heartfelt message for Steiner on Instagram. The German driver thanked the 58-year-old for trusting him to race for the team. Nico Hulkenberg was grateful to the Italian American who gave him the chance to compete in F1 again after being on the sidelines for three years. The 36-year-old wished Guenther Steiner the best for his future. Moreover, he claimed that the former Haas team boss a quite a character in the paddock.

Thanks, Guenther. For your trust, friendship and the opportunity to go racing in F1 again! You’re definitely a character.. all the best!
Nico Hulkenberg posted on Instagram
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Kevin Magnussen too posted a farewell message for Guenther Steiner on Instagram. The Danish driver thanked the 58-year-old for making him a part of the Haas journey in 2017 and then again in 2022 after being ousted at the end of 2020. Magnussen reckoned that he had enjoyed his time with Steiner despite the monumental challenges along the way. Moreover, the 31-year-old mentioned that the Italian-American ensured that no moments were dull at the team.

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Thanks, Günther. Thanks for taking me on the journey in 2017 and thanks for bringing me on board again in 2022. It has been both fun and tremendously challenging – but never boring. So long and all the best.
Kevin Magnussen posted on Instagram

What’s next for Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen after Guenther Steiner’s departure

Guenther Steiner was the most influential person at the Haas F1 team. The 58-year-old kept the team intact throughout difficult periods. However, the American team failed to make progress in the past two seasons which played a role in his departure. This puts Haas in a tough spot before the 2024 season.

Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hulkenberg (image via IMAGO)
Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hulkenberg (image via IMAGO)

Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen could be worried about the team’s position at the start of the season. The two drivers have already been disappointed with a lack of progress in the latter half of 2023. Moreover, Hulkenberg is even rumored to be in contact with the Stake F1 team for 2025. Guenther Steiner’s absence might convince the German to jump ship for the following season.

Certainly, Haas is up for a difficult start to the upcoming season. Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen would be looking to make the most out of the first half of the year before the team could find a new direction. It remains to be seen if the American team could bring in results in 2024.

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