Hulkenberg kinda called it ahead of time, pointing fingers at Haas for not keeping up with the whole development and upgrade game throughout the season. It’s like, you snooze, you lose in F1.
When the B-spec car finally hit the asphalt at the United States Grand Prix, taking inspiration from Red Bull’s downwash concept, it didn’t exactly bring the victory parade they were hoping for. Both Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen failed to bag any points in the races that followed. Magnussen had a real tough break in Mexico, dealing with brake issues that led to a suspension meltdown and a fiery crash.