Kevin Magnussen and Haas Part Ways After 2024 Season

Kevin Magnussen will leave the Haas Formula 1 team at the end of the 2024 season. This decision opens the door for Esteban Ocon, currently with Alpine, to potentially take his place in 2025. Although not yet official, the rumor about Ocon's possible move has gained traction. Magnussen, with a career full of ups and downs and a second stint with Haas since 2022, is preparing for new opportunities in his career.

Magnussen's Departure

Kevin Magnussen will end his relationship with Haas, a team with which he has raced in 135 Formula 1 races. After being let go in 2020 and returning in 2022 following Nikita Mazepin's departure, Magnussen had standout moments, including a fifth place in the first Grand Prix of 2022. However, his recent performance has been outshined by his teammate Nico Hulkenberg, who will join the Sauber/Audi project in 2025.

Performance in 2024

Magnussen's 2024 season has been complicated, marked by penalties that keep him on the verge of a suspension. Additionally, he had a conflict in the Miami Grand Prix due to his aggressive defense against Lewis Hamilton, which created internal tensions in the team as it was not a pre-agreed strategy.

Words of Farewell

Magnussen expressed his gratitude to the team and Gene Haas for the opportunity to return in 2022. He recalled memorable moments and assured he would remain focused on finishing the 2024 season as best as possible.

Magnussen's Future

Kevin Magnussen has several options for 2025. He could continue in Formula 1 with one of the teams that still have available seats or explore other categories like IMSA, where he has already competed and could take advantage of the Hypercar category expansion in the WEC. In 2021, Magnussen raced in the IMSA series with Chip Ganassi's team, driving a Cadillac, and also had an appearance in IndyCar, substituting for the injured Felix Rosenqvist at Road America. Additionally, he does not rule out a non-competitive role with Haas, depending on how things develop.