Haas: “Our drivers are better than the car”

We usually say that the second season is the most difficult. What is your verdict?

It’s true, because excitement definitely gives way to work. You are no longer the new kid that we look at with kindness, but a stable like the others. Every two weeks, we have to be there to do the work. The adventure side has disappeared to make way for the reality of business…

Sauber is strengthening its ties with Ferrari. Is there enough room for two strong partnerships under the wing of the Team ?

There should be no mistaking the role played by Ferrari. The Scuderia is not there to distribute its information to other teams. There are clear regulations which prohibit this type of exchange. Each team must fight with their own weapons…

Gentle on the brakes but tough on your opponents... Kevin Magnussen should he police his driving and his speech?

Let’s say he has a lot of confidence. Our two drivers are very different: Kevin is calm but very aggressive on the track, while Romain is more thoughtful and experienced. Ultimately, I think they complement each other quite well. Currently, our drivers are better than the car, and it's up to us to give them a better tool...

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