The former Haas team principal said the inaugural 2026 Spanish Grand Prix drew widespread criticism for its processional race with virtually no overtaking. Kimi Antonelli won his eighth victory of the season but gained the lead through a virtual safety car rather than on-track passing.
Steiner compared the Madrid backlash to Las Vegas's difficult debut, noting that venue became iconic after fixes. He emphasized that with a 10-year contract, Madrid cannot have a second disappointing year and needs urgent layout changes.