Formula 1: after the departure of the Russian Mazepin, Haas has a new driver

Formula 1: after the departure of the Russian Mazepin, Haas has a new driver

magnussen, The 29-year-old will drive the VF-22 model for the first time in the last round of F1 pre-season tests, scheduled from Thursday to Saturday in Bahrain, where he will join the Brazilian Pietro Fittipaldi, Haas tester.

The Dane was a Haas driver between 2017 and 2020 after his experience at McLaren and Renault, but was replaced last season by Mazepine, who was separated after the termination of the contract with the Russian colossus Uralkali, main sponsor of the American team.

“Kevin was a simple decision for us. We were looking for a driver who could bring value to the team, not to mention his wealth of F1 experience, and his immediate availability will allow us to use him already in testing.”highlighted Guenther Steiner, director of Haas.

At the same time, Magnussen He acknowledged being “very surprised” by Haas’s call, but clarified that “I’m also very excited about the team’s proposal.”

“I was looking in another direction for my commitments in 2022, but the opportunity to return to F1, and with a team that I know very well, was simply too attractive.Magnussen added.

“I must also thank Peugeot and Chip Ganassi Racing for releasing me immediately. I can’t wait to get back behind the wheel of an F1 car in Bahrain.”completed the Dane.

Source: Ambito

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