Haas retain driver lineup for 2024

Haas Formula 1 team has confirmed that it will retain its current driver pairing of Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hülkenberg for the 2024 season, emphasizing the stability and expertise the duo brings to the team as it strives to improve its performance.

Gunther Steiner, Haas team principal, highlighted the solid performance of the current driver pairing during the 2023 season, acknowledging their valuable contributions despite challenges faced by the team, particularly with in-race tire wear problems affecting its points-scoring opportunities.

Steiner praised the experience and feedback provided by both Magnussen and Hülkenberg, emphasizing their effective collaboration and positive impact on the team's engineering goals. He underscored their mature approach and understanding of the team's objectives, noting that their contributions have been instrumental in scoring points and improving the car's performance.

While no details about the length of the drivers' contracts were disclosed, Haas confirmed that both Magnussen and Hülkenberg will continue into the "record-breaking 24-race calendar" of the 2024 season. The team emphasized the importance of continuity in its driver lineup.

Magnussen expressed his happiness about the extension of his relationship with Haas, highlighting the unexpected return in 2022 and the positive moments despite the challenges faced in the current season. He acknowledged the learning from the VF-23 package, which can contribute to the development of the 2024 car.

Hülkenberg, set to reach 200 Formula 1 races at the upcoming Mexican Grand Prix, expressed his satisfaction with the early confirmation for the next season, allowing him to focus on racing and performance improvement. He shared his enthusiasm for being part of the team and aligned his goals with team owner Gene Haas and team principal Guenther Steiner's passion for the sport.

The decision to retain Magnussen and Hülkenberg comes ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort and reflects Haas's commitment to building on the progress made and achieving consistent point-scoring performances in the challenging midfield competition.

As the team prepares for the remainder of the 2023 season, both drivers are eager to contribute to the ongoing development of the VF-23 car and translate their collaboration into improved results for the team in 2024.