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Our verdict on Haas signing Camara for F1 2027

Haas F1 has secured Rafael Camara for the 2027 season, ending Esteban Ocon’s tenure with the team. The move follows Camara’s standout performance during a test at Portimão, where he reportedly outpaced current teammate Ollie Bearman in a single session, leaving Haas convinced of his potential.

Camara’s rise through karting and junior single-seater championships—culminating in consecutive titles—has positioned him as a high-profile Ferrari Academy graduate, mirroring Bearman’s own trajectory to Formula 1. While Camara’s raw speed and initial impression in the Haas car are promising, his racecraft remains unproven, with a history of errors in Formula 2 that could pose challenges in his debut season.

The signing also marks a pivotal moment for Bearman, whose performances have already earned him serious consideration as Ferrari’s future replacement for Lewis Hamilton. With Camara’s arrival, Haas now has two Ferrari-backed drivers on its roster, setting the stage for a direct competition that could redefine the team’s 2027 prospects.

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