Haas F1 Welcomes Ocon New Drive Toward 2024 Goals Begins

Ocon Joins Haas F1: Ready to Propel Team’s Next Ambitions

01/11/2024

Esteban Ocon anticipates a promising 2024 with Haas, eager to elevate the team’s progress under Ayao Komatsu’s strategic leadership.

Esteban Ocon is thrilled to be driving for Haas F1 next year, finding the project both solid and highly promising. Since signing, the French driver has noted the American team’s progress, particularly due to a precise plan crafted by team principal Ayao Komatsu.

“I’ve been eager since the day we announced we’d be going there next year,” Ocon remarked. “I believe that what Ayao shared with me about advancing the team to the next level was exactly what I felt at the time.”

“He’s since given me complete confidence in how he plans to approach things. It’s fantastic to see, but I truly hope they maintain their momentum. What they’re doing now is excellent. I think it’s a model for everyone.”

For Ocon, seeing the support from Gene Haas and Bob Murray, CEO of Haas Automation, for Komatsu, is a firm indication of trust: “Ayao has full authority, which is fantastic, as Gene and Bob genuinely listen to him and place their trust in him.”

“They take all guidance and discussions seriously. They fully trust the person responsible for overseeing the organisation, and that’s Ayao. As I said, it’s working very well, and I believe in it when I speak to Ayao.”

Ocon will officially begin his journey with Haas in December, participating in the Abu Dhabi test day in the Ferrari-powered VF-24, giving him the opportunity to settle in with the team.

Haas F1 Welcomes Ocon: New Drive Toward 2024 Goals Begins Haas F1 Welcomes Ocon: New Drive Toward 2024 Goals Begins

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