The Dane joined Haas in 2017, a year after the team made its grand prix debut, staying there until he lost his drive at the end of the 2020 season. Magnussen made a surprise return to Haas for 2022 after the team ousted Nikita Mazepin and Russian title sponsor Uralkali over the invasion of Ukraine. Magnussen's current contract expires at the end of this year, but the 31-year-old wants to extend his stay to fulfil the untapped potential he believes the team has.
So as I said, I just told you how I feel about the opportunity of staying at Haas, I think that is naturally the most likely option.' Asked if he had already started talks to renew his contract, Magnussen said: 'Not like concrete. When you're part of the team, you're talking all the time, I think there's much focus on the season and things.