Ocon's Haas Exit Confirmed as Camara Gets Promoted Early for Sao Paolo GP
Haas said the 21-year-old Brazilian will partner Ollie Bearman after removing Esteban Ocon, with only four races left on the calendar.
- On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, Haas confirmed Ferrari junior Rafael Camara will replace Esteban Ocon for this weekend's São Paulo Grand Prix, accelerating the 21-year-old's F1 debut.
- Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu cited an "internal matter" following a dispute at the Mexico City Grand Prix, while Ocon denied reports of physical violence but acknowledged a disagreement with team bosses.
- Camara, the current Formula 2 leader, impressed Haas during private Testing of Previous Cars sessions, including an August outing at Portimao that convinced the team to accelerate his debut in the VF-26.
- Reserve driver Ryo Hirakawa, who scored a point in Mexico, is unavailable for Brazil due to a prior Toyota commitment, leaving Haas without a finalized lineup for Las Vegas, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi.
- With four races remaining on the 2026 calendar, Ocon remains a free agent for next season as Haas leadership evaluates driver options for the final championship rounds.
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The Toronto Star
Haas team drops Ocon and brings in rookie Camara for Brazilian Grand Prix
SAO PAULO (AP) — Haas dropped Esteban Ocon on Tuesday, four days after replacing the French Formula 1 driver on the eve of the Mexico City Grand Prix.
The Independent
The Independent (US)Esteban Ocon permanently axed by Haas after dispute with team bosses
Ocon was dropped midway through the last round in Mexico
Ocon, 30 years old, was disassociated after the U.S. team took him away from the Mexican Grand Prix, where he was replaced by Japanese driver Ryo Hirakawa. The French driver, experienced in 198 races in six teams of the highest category of motor racing, added only seven points this season, compared to 23 of his British partner Oliver Bearman. His departure for the end of the course was already assured, but his goodbye was precipitated after what…
Formula 1 racing stable Haas has officially separated from Esteban Ocon. After the Frenchman was already disembarked during the race weekend in Mexico, the team is now drawing a final line. Rafael Camara is ready to succeed.
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