Haas is widely expected to lead Mick Schumacher and Nikita Mazepin and Steiner’s comments are the clearest indication yet that official confirmation is due after the FIA F2 final in Bahrain and before the final Grand Prix of the season in Abu Dhabi.
This timing is logical given the apparent desire to focus both drivers on their F2 programs as well as the need to officially qualify for their super licenses.
“We plan to announce it before the end of the season,” said Steiner. “We don’t know the exact date or day yet, but it won’t take long. It’s a maximum of two weeks, so please be patient.”
A question mark still surrounds Mazepin’s claim to an FIA super license.
The Russian must finish at least seventh in the F2 ranking to get enough points.
He’s currently in sixth place – but he could place the order on two bad weekends in Bahrain.
Steiner insisted, however, that Haas’ driver choice was not related to the F2 results: “It doesn’t depend on it. I have to disappoint you about it!”
The choice of two newcomers represents a change in philosophy for the team that has previously led two veterans.
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On Thursday, current incumbent Kevin Magnussen said any new driver would find the Haas a “difficult car to drive.”
Steiner insisted not to confirm the team’s plans, however, and insisted that 2021 would be a good time for inexperienced riders to get into the sport.
“If we bring in newcomers – if – I think next year is a good time to bring in newcomers,” he said. “Because the car isn’t going to be developed a lot next year. There’s a car freeze, a car homologation so you can’t make big changes.
“Of course we can make aero changes, but the car won’t change in terms of the basics. So it’s an evolution and not a redevelopment. And next year we’re going to be focusing on the 22 series car anyway, so I guess that.” it’s a transition. ” Year.
“I think it’s going to be a good year for beginners to learn how to start in Formula One, how to get to know the people around you, how to go to press conferences and things like that.”
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