Nikita Mazepin looks set to join Haas. Many have dubbed the Russian a pay driver due to his billionaire father, but is that harsh on him? The money that he brings to a team is undoubtedly a large factor in why Haas are keen to sign him, and if/when he is confirmed, Guenther Steiner will probably admit that. However, the Italian will also claim that the main reason Mazepin joining is that he's one of the best young drivers around. How true is that? Let's take a look… The case for Mazepin For a number of reasons, there is certainly a case to be made for Mazepin fully deserving a chance in Formula 1. For one, he has at times impressed in the lower categories in the last two years or so....
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