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Haas 'further away from Red Bull than we were hoping' says Grosjean

Haas 'further away from Red Bull than we were hoping' says Grosjean

25-03-2019 10:04

Haas seems to have established themselves as the 'best of the rest' after a good performance in Australia. However, they are aware that there is still a gap from where they are and Red Bull, a gap which they hope to shut down this season. However, Haas are expecting the top teams to pull away at Bahrain this weekend. 

Romain Grosjean is feeling positive at Haas. The Frenchman believes that the midfield battle is exciting and good for Formula 1 but acknowledges that there is a gap between them and the bigger teams. 

“I think it’s the right battle for Formula 1,” said Grosjean to motorsportweek.com.

“It’s super exciting to look at the midfield, where the gap is very tight and you never know who’s going to end up on top.

“[But] I think we’re a bit further away from Red Bull than we were hoping.

“I’m afraid the gap could open during the year because of the resources they have. We’ll definitely try to give them as hard a time as we can.”

Haas team boss Guenther Steiner is also positive about their position. 

"It’s great for Formula 1 to have a battle like this in the midfield,” said Steiner.

“It would be fantastic if this was at the front – if it could be for first, second and third. Nearly every race could have a different winner. The podium would be filled by more than just three teams.

“I think it’s very tight. We’re looking forward to the battle because it’s always good to go to the racetrack and have something to fight for.”