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Esteban Ocon: “I’m one of the best, and I’m not afraid to say it”

Esteban Ocon recently affirmed his strong self-belief, stating that his performances rank among the best on the grid. This confidence was reinforced by an eighth-place finish at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, marking his peak result of the 2026 season.

Throughout the campaign, the French competitor struggled with fluctuating performance from his Haas machinery, a technical hurdle that reportedly affected him more severely than his garage partner.

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