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Haas announces Esteban Ocon departure and Camara replacement

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Haas ~~officially~~ announces Esteban Ocon departure and Camara replacement

Haas F1 Team has officially confirmed that Esteban Ocon will depart the team at the conclusion of the 2026 ~~season, ending weeks of speculation regarding the Frenchman’s future.~~ season. Team Principal Ayao Komatsu praised Ocon’s professionalism and his ~~significant~~ contributions to the development of the ~~VF-26 during a period of major regulatory changes.~~ VF-26, noting there is ‘no ill feeling’ regarding the decision. Ocon, who joined the American outfit from Alpine in 2025, addressed the news on social media, stating that he is leaving the project with his “head held high and proud of my performances” despite facing circumstances beyond his control. He further emphasized that this departure does not signal the end of his Formula 1 career, asserting, “I am still motivated. I am still hungry. This is absolutely not the end of my Formula 1 career.” Ocon’s tenure with the team will conclude after 39 Grand Prix starts, bringing his career total to 195 starts. While he competed alongside Oliver Bearman, Bearman has held a lead in both championship points and qualifying duels. By early October 2026, the team indicated they “expected more” from Ocon, noting his difficulty in matching the consistency shown by Bearman. Following the announcement, Ocon declared expressed his intention to remain in Formula 1 for the next five to seven years, stating he ~~would not pursue other categories like Formula E or WEC if a competitive seat~~ is ~~unavailable. In October 2026, Ocon reiterated his willingness~~ willing to accept a reserve driver role in 2027 to maintain his presence in the paddock. ~~Komatsu confirmed the team~~ In October 2026, Haas announced that Brazilian driver Rafael Camara will ~~not retain~~ replace Ocon for the 2027 ~~but noted there is ‘no ill feeling’ regarding~~ season. An agreement was reached between Haas and Ferrari in Singapore to bring the ~~decision, specifically praising Ocon’s conduct during~~ Ferrari protégé, currently competing in Formula 2, into the ~~Baku Grand Prix. Haas indicated they are seeking drivers who can provide consistency~~ team. The selection followed tests involving several candidates, including Jack Doohan, Ryo Hirakawa, and ~~work effectively with less-than-perfect machinery for their~~ Leonardo Fornaroli. Although Doohan reportedly delivered an impressive performance, Camara was selected due to his reputation and Ferrari’s support. Camara’s arrival will result in a 2027 ~~lineup.~~ Haas lineup consisting entirely of Ferrari junior drivers, joining Oliver Bearman. This move has prompted industry discussion regarding the team’s growing reliance on Ferrari personnel and components.

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