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formula-14 days ago•14 min saved

Komatsu defends Camara signing, rejects 'Ferrari B-team' label for Haas

Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu confirmed that 21-year-old Brazilian Rafael Camara was selected for the 2027 Formula 1 season based on raw speed and adaptability, not his connection to the Ferrari Driver Academy. Camara, currently leading the Formula 2 championship, will replace departing driver Esteban Ocon and race alongside fellow Ferrari junior Oliver Bearman. Komatsu dismissed concerns that Haas has become a 'Ferrari B-team,' emphasizing that driver selection is independent of their power unit partnership.

via Motorsport.com|

#ayao-komatsu #ferrari-driver-academy #formula-1

sports5 days ago

Haas Selects Rafael Camara for 2027 F1 Debut, Completing Ferrari-Junior Lineup

Haas F1 Team has officially signed 21-year-old Brazilian Rafael Camara to race in the 2027 Formula 1 season. Camara, currently leading the Formula 2 championship, was chosen from a shortlist of four candidates after impressing in test sessions at Portimao. He will replace Esteban Ocon, who is departing the team at the end of 2026, and will race alongside Oliver Bearman. Both drivers are members of the Ferrari driver academy, marking a significant shift in Haas’s personnel strategy.

via BBC|

#esteban-ocon #formula-1 #haas-f1

formula-15 days ago•12 min saved

Haas Confirms Rafael Camara as 2027 F1 Driver, Replacing Departing Esteban Ocon

Rafael Camara has signed a multi-year deal to join Haas F1 Team for the 2027 season, replacing Esteban Ocon. The 21-year-old Brazilian, currently leading the Formula 2 championship, will race alongside Oliver Bearman. This move concludes a selection process that evaluated four candidates, with Camara chosen for his junior formula dominance and performance in recent test sessions.

via Motorsport.com|

#esteban-ocon #formula-1 #formula-2

sports19 days ago•457 min saved

Haas confirms Ocon exit as 2027 seat candidates emerge

Haas F1 Team has officially announced that French driver Esteban Ocon will depart at the end of the 2026 season. The split follows two years of consistent underperformance relative to team-mate Oliver Bearman. Ocon, who joined Haas in 2025, faces an uncertain future with no immediate grid openings for 2027, though he insists his Formula 1 career is not over. Several drivers, including Ferrari junior Rafael Camara and McLaren’s Leonardo Fornaroli, are now being considered as his replacement.

via The Race|

#2027-grid #esteban-ocon #f1

sports20 days ago

Haas confirms Esteban Ocon's exit, leaving 2027 F1 seat uncertain

Haas F1 Team has officially announced that French driver Esteban Ocon will depart at the end of the 2026 season. The split follows two years of underperformance relative to team-mate Oliver Bearman. With no clear grid openings for 2027, Ocon faces a potential reserve role, though he insists his career is not over. Haas is expected to replace him with Ferrari junior Rafael Camara.

via BBC|

#esteban-ocon #formula-1 #haas-f1

sports1 month ago•5 min saved

Antonelli leads chaotic Spanish GP practice after Hamilton and Bearman crashes

Kimi Antonelli set the fastest time in FP3 at the Spanish Grand Prix, but the session was disrupted by two crashes. Lewis Hamilton damaged his front wing in Turn 22, while Oliver Bearman hit the wall at Turn 10, causing red flags and delays. Antonelli reclaimed the lead after a long pause, finishing ahead of Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri. George Russell placed sixth, while Max Verstappen struggled with Red Bull's performance, finishing fifth. The session ended early for Alex Albon due to suspension repairs.

via Autosport|

#formula-1 #kimi-antonelli #lewis-hamilton

formula-16 months ago•16 min saved

Haas tells Bearman to bounce back after 50G Suzuka crash

Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu urged Oliver Bearman not to beat himself up after his 50G crash at Suzuka during the Japanese Grand Prix, praising the Briton’s earlier pace that helped Haas climb to fourth in the constructors’ standings. Bearman left the cockpit with a right knee contusion, and Komatsu emphasized that the massive 50 km/h speed delta—not a simple error—played a major role, with the team confident he will bounce back.

via Motorsport.com|

#formula-1 #haas-f1-team #japanese-grand-prix

formula-16 months ago•13 min saved

Bearman urged to rebound after 50G Suzuka crash, Haas says

Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu tells Oliver Bearman not to beat himself up after his 50G crash at Suzuka, praising his recent consistency and stressing the team will rebound together despite the setback.

via Autosport|

#formula-1 #haas-f1-team #japanese-grand-prix

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Oliver Bearman Criticizes Yuki Tsunoda's Dangerous Driving at US GP

Oliver Bearman criticized Yuki Tsunoda for dangerous driving during the F1 US Grand Prix, accusing him of reckless behavior that nearly caused a crash, while Tsunoda defended his actions as unintentional. Bearman believes Tsunoda's driving was desperate and unfair, and doubts he will change his approach.

via Motorsport.com|

#f1 #oliver-bearman #racing-incident

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

Oliver Bearman penalized with 10-place grid drop for red flag incident at British GP

Oliver Bearman received a 10-place grid penalty and four penalty points for ignoring red flags during the F1 British GP practice session, after crashing into the barriers while returning to the pits at high speed and not reducing his speed as required by regulations.

via Motorsport.com|

#british-gp #f1 #grid-penalty

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Rookie Bearman Reflects on Ferrari Debut as Sainz Misses Saudi Arabian GP"

Oliver Bearman, making his debut as a last-minute replacement for Carlos Sainz at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, finished in seventh place for Ferrari, scoring points in his first Formula 1 race. The 18-year-old faced physical and mental challenges during the race but expressed satisfaction with his performance, acknowledging the difficulty of the circumstances. Despite struggling with discomfort in the car, Bearman showcased his potential and left a positive impression, leaving the door open for potential future opportunities in Formula 1.

via Formula 1|

#debut #ferrari #formula-1

sports-formula-12 years ago•2 min saved

"Leclerc Praises "Incredible" Bearman for Seventh Place Finish in F1 Saudi Arabian GP"

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc praised F2 driver Oliver Bearman for his impressive performance in the Saudi Arabian GP, where Bearman finished seventh after stepping in for the injured Carlos Sainz. Leclerc commended Bearman's skills and predicted his future in F1, while also expressing satisfaction with his own race, finishing behind Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez.

via Autosport|

#charles-leclerc #f1 #ferrari

sports2 years ago•12 min saved

"Verstappen Dominates Saudi Arabian GP with Red Bull as Bearman Impresses on Debut"

Max Verstappen secured a dominant victory in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, leading from start to finish, while Sergio Perez finished second despite a time penalty for an unsafe release in the pits. Charles Leclerc completed the podium, with young driver Oscar Piastri impressively finishing fourth. Oliver Bearman made his F1 debut for Ferrari, scoring points with a seventh-place finish, as Fernando Alonso held onto fifth. Max Verstappen's victory further solidifies his position in the title race.

via Formula 1|

#ferrari #formula-1 #max-verstappen

sports2 years ago•4 min saved

"Oliver Bearman Makes Ferrari Debut at Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Impresses Lewis Hamilton"

18-year-old Oliver Bearman made a last-minute debut for Ferrari at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, becoming the youngest ever British F1 driver and the third youngest in history. Despite a challenging qualifying session, Bearman impressed with his performance, narrowly missing out on a place in the top 10 shootout. With limited time in the car before qualifying, Bearman remained focused and is now aiming to make up for the disappointment in the race by gaining valuable experience and hopefully bringing home some points.

via BBC.com|

#debut #ferrari #formula-1

sports-formula-12 years ago•3 min saved

"Verstappen's Advice for F1 Debutant Bearman: Don't Fixate on Missing Q3"

Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc praise Oliver Bearman for his impressive F1 debut at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, where he filled in for Carlos Sainz. Despite limited preparation time, Bearman finished 11th in qualifying, narrowly missing out on Q3. His performance was lauded by fellow drivers and highlighted Ferrari's strong simulator program for preparing young drivers.

via Autosport|

#f1-debut #ferrari #oliver-bearman