It's easy to appreciate the aspirations of Haas Formula 1 team principal Gunther Steiner.
When asked recently about the team's goal when it makes its F1 debut in the season-opening Australian Grand Prix on March 20, rather than erring on the side of caution, Steiner instead aimed high.
"We would like to make the points," said Steiner. "Qualifying, if we get to Q2 then you have a chance of points. That is our goal."
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