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Post-Bernie Ecclestone world of F1 'nerve-wracking' for Gene Haas

Gene Haas admits the post-Bernie Ecclestone world of Formula One is "nerve-wracking" for him and his team, despite the arrival of new American owners.

The Haas team is set for its second year in Formula One, having joined the grid in 2016. Haas had to put down a $20 million bond to enter the sport and his team received no FOM money for its first season, prompting the American businessman to sign up to an extensive engine and technical partnership with Ferrari.

Haas proved to be the last team to enter F1 under Ecclestone, who has been moved away from a position of power by new owners Liberty Media.