Guenther Steiner Names Two Qualities That Make Max Verstappen an Ideal Lawyer to Defend Him in Court

Guenther Steiner remains a common sight in the F1 community despite losing his role as Haas team principal nine months ago. In a recent segment hosted by Sky Sports F1, the Italian-American was asked to pick someone from the current grid who would be a good lawyer, and he responded by taking Max Verstappen’s name.

Steiner labeled Verstappen’s on-track qualities, which coincidently could also make him a good lawyer — if he wanted to be one. “He defends very well you know?” He’s aggressive,” Steiner said, before letting out a laugh.

Steiner was unserious about his claim on Verstappen, of course, but it was a gentle reminder that the Dutchman is an all-round good driver. He is known for his aggression on the track, which has made him a three-time World Champion. Steiner suggested that by using that, he is also able to defend himself well.

 

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At the same time, Steiner was, not too long ago, looking for lawyers to represent him in an actual case. After he published his book — Surviving to Drive — Haas, his former team, filed a case against him in a California court. The Kannapolis-based team alleged trademark infringement against Steiner.

Haas had first approached Steiner, but the matter could not be resolved off court. As a result, he was engaged in a legal battle with his ex-employers. The California court ruled in favor of him, and there was nothing Haas could do.