Simona de Silvestro jons Haas alongside Daniil Kvyat.

First woman to race in Model F1

By signing with Haas de Silvestro will become the first woman to race in Model F1. The 27 year old is largely unproven, but has been racing open wheel cars since 2010 and now finally has a chance to prove she belongs among the best.

Model F1 has previously been home to only one woman, Susie Wolff, who is currently under contract with Torro Rosso as their reserve driver. Wolff, who will retire at the end of the coming season, is unlikely to secure a race drive.

Kvyat to carry team against Stefan GP

The team secured Russian talent Daniil Kvyat – A very strong signing for the new team on the grid. Kvyat is likely to have been the target of other teams in both Band B and C, however Haas were quick on the trigger to get the young Russian on board.

Kvyat will be leading the charge when Haas goes up against the other newcomer, Stefan GP.