Günther Steiner sues Haas

Steiner started as Team Principal of the team in 2014, when the project Haas has been set up. The team debuted in Formula 1 two years later, and Steinter remained at the helm until the end of 2023. The Italian was replaced by Ayao Komatsu just before the start of the 2024 season.

Günther Steiner has now decided to take his former team to court for non-payment of several commissions. The latter should, according to the documents, have been paid to him for the period 2021-2023, that of his last contract with the team. " ATAfter years of accepting the benefits of Mr. Steiner's reputation, experience and deep relationships within the sport, Haas F1 cannot deny Mr. Steiner the benefits he has earned.", we can read in the court documents.

Steiner's legal action also involves marketing and merchandising, which Haas still sells, and where the image of the former Team Principal appears. Steiner explains that the Haas team has been using his image without his authorization and without paying him royalties, since the end of the contract between the two parties.

« Haas F1 n / A in your le right to use le name and the picture de M. Steiner ni de the exploit in some average that ce or, after la cessation de are employment. Haas F1 has not compensated Mr. Steiner for the unauthorized use of his name or likeness. »

Günther Steiner will be present at the Miami Grand Prix this weekend as ambassador for the American event.

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