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Oliver Bearman aims to sign a contract extension with Haas for the 2027 season despite the team not yet confirming his position. Team principal Ayao Komatsu dismissed rumors regarding a 6 million euro salary demand as absolute nonsense during the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend.
Lewis Hamilton met with Esteban Ocon at the Circuit of the Americas to offer personal support following the news of Ocon's departure from Haas. Haas has announced that F2 leader Rafael Camara will replace the Frenchman for the 2027 season.
Stewards issued Oliver Bearman a 10-second penalty following a collision with Pierre Gasly at Turn 13 during the United States Grand Prix. The incident forced Bearman to retire his Haas due to floorboard damage, while Gasly secured 10th place to score a point.
Formula 2 leader Rafael Camara and Haas driver Oliver Bearman face a direct rivalry for a future Scuderia Ferrari seat. The competition intensifies as Charles Leclerc remains committed to the team until 2029, leaving Lewis Hamilton's potential 2027 vacancy as the primary target.
Haas F1 Team features a special Godzilla Minus Zero livery for the United States Grand Prix at COTA to celebrate the upcoming TOHO CO. LTD. film release. Drivers Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon will race in themed suits as the team currently holds seventh place in the standings.
Ferrari will promote junior driver Dino Beganovic to a reserve role for the 2027 season to assist with simulator duties. Meanwhile, Haas has signed Formula 2 leader Rafael Camara to a multi-year deal to replace Esteban Ocon starting in 2027.
Haas has confirmed Brazilian driver Rafael Camara for the 2027 Formula 1 season, signing the 21-year-old to a multi-year contract. Camara, who currently leads the Formula 2 championship, will join Oliver Bearman in a lineup supported by the Scuderia Ferrari Driver Academy.
The FIA budget cap rises to $215 million for 2026 to include sprint race costs, creating a massive financial hurdle for smaller teams. Ayao Komatsu warns that Haas cannot meet this new limit due to its smaller workforce compared to major manufacturers.
New energy-based fuel flow limits of 3000Mj/hr and a reduced 70kg race fuel allowance force a strategic trade-off between engine performance and car agility. Haas must balance Ferrari engine efficiency with Kevin Magnussen's fuel load management at the Yas Marina Circuit.
Haas will maintain its Ferrari engine partnership through 2028, providing stability ahead of new power unit regulations. Meanwhile, Ayao Komatsu opposes Audi's request for special financial exemptions due to high operating costs in Switzerland.