Steiner still convinced that sprint racing is good for F1

The first sprint race of 2022 is just around the corner. Formula 1 will host another sprint race at Imola after the first race in 2021, this time with a number of rule changes. Haas F1 team boss Guenther Steiner is looking forward to the weekend in Italy.

First sprint race of 2022

The first free practice session will be very important in Imola, as the session on Friday afternoon is the qualifying session. Therefore, the teams have only one hour to find the right setup. Steiner thinks this will be even more difficult in 2022 than it already was in 2021.

"For sure it will be challenging because we’ve only got one free practice session to find a good set-up. With the difficulties of these cars and the inexperience we have got with it, it won’t be easy but it’s the same for everybody," said the Italian in a preview of the American team. Steiner is convinced that sprint races are good for Formula 1 and is looking forward to the first one in 2022.

Strong start from Haas

Haas is off to a good start in 2022. After failing to score a single point in 2021, Kevin Magnussen surprised friend and foe by crossing the finish line fifth in Bahrain. In Saudi Arabia, the Dane managed to score points again. Mick Schumacher is still waiting for his first point finish in Formula 1.