Russian Driver Nikita Mazepin's F1 Contract Terminated

Pro-establishment narrative

Regardless of Mazepin's willingness to comply, his father's connection to Putin was valid reason for cutting ties. The Uralkali deal helped Haas secure its finances ahead of the 2021 season. Maintaining any links to the Mazepins could undermine the West's attempts to sanction Russia, especially as Haas can get their funding elsewhere.