Bearman 'above all the rookies' Ocon has seen in his career

Ambitious, the stable Haas However, they are dealing with a particular situation this year. In 2025, part of the American team has changed, including their two drivers who are now Esteban Ocon and Ollie Bearman. Capable of very good performances, like the Chinese Grand Prix (finishing 5th and 8th respectively), the two men nevertheless suffer from a lack of adaptability of their car.

Currently sixth, two points behind Williams In the constructors' standings, Haas seems to be holding its own thanks to bold strategies and optimized tire management by its drivers. In terms of pace, the VF-25 does not yet appear as competitive as winter testing would have suggested. However, the team is working actively, and Ollie Bearman seems to be contributing significantly to his team's efforts.

"Technically, he's above all the rookies I've seen in the past. He's more prepared than I was when I arrived in F1. More than anyone of our generation, Esteban Ocon enthused. Honestly, I think he has a bright future in Formula 1."

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Komatsu already praises Bearman

Following in the footsteps of the French driver, Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu was asked to discuss Oliver Bearman's debut for The Race this week. The Japanese driver particularly praised his adaptability, which allowed him to overlook some of the car's troublesome issues.

« He's just extremely competent. So you have to deal with that. It's not necessarily his fault. It's actually amazing that he can handle it, like Fernando Alonso" he then appeared, not failing to warn his protégé about the dangerous aspects of this appetite.

Winner of two races of Formula 2 In 2024, the young Briton distinguished himself by finishing seventh in his very first Formula 1 Grand Prix at the wheel of a Ferrari, in Jeddah. Replacement Carlos Sainz At short notice, he had already shown great personality at the wheel of the SF-24, and already notable ambition.

Ollie Bearman, 13th with six points at this stage of the season, is only eight points behind Esteban Ocon. Despite his car being less prominent than those of Kimi Antonelli or even Isack Hadjar to some extent, the Englishman is a credible prospect for another big result.

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