Haas F1 Team announced who would be filling its vacant seat a day before preseason testing in Bahrain is slated to begin.
Kevin Magnussen has returned to the team for his fifth season, replacing Nikita Mazepin and joining Mick Schumacher for the 2022 season. According to the announcement, it is a multiyear contract with the Danish veteran.
“I’m delighted to welcome Kevin Magnussen back to Haas F1 Team,” said Guenther Steiner, team principal of Haas F1 Team. “When looking for a driver who could bring value to the team, not to mention a wealth of Formula 1 experience, Kevin was a straightforward decision for us.