Haas Signs Ollie Bearman as Driver for 2025 Season
British 19-Year-Old Driver Oliver Bearman Has Signed with the American-Licensed F1 Team, Haas
Young Blood
The Formula 1 grid for the 2025 season is beginning to take shape, and Haas has made a significant move by signing 19-year-old Ollie Bearman.
The young Brit will jump to the F1 schedule after an impressive stint in Formula 2. While Bearman’s confirmation brings excitement, questions remain about who will join him on the team, particularly as F1 rumors swirl around potential candidates.
BREAKING: Ollie Bearman will make the step up to F1 in 2025, signing a multi-year deal with @HaasF1Team!#F1 #RoadToF1 @OllieBearman pic.twitter.com/JVGbwU8XvE
— Formula 1 (@F1) July 4, 2024
Haas Welcomes Ollie Bearman
Haas has officially announced to F1 news the arrival of Ollie Bearman. Bearman, who showcased his talent in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix by taking over Carlos Sainz’s Ferrari, has signed a multi-year contract with Haas.
Bearman’s journey has been marked by remarkable performances, especially in Formula 2 with Prema Racing, where he secured a win in the sprint race in Austria. His transition to F1 is highly anticipated, and he will get a taste of the action during Free Practice 1 at Silverstone this Friday.
A smooth move in the wet at Silverstone 👌
Ollie Bearman’s overtake round the outside of Enzo Fittipaldi was a stand-out from last year’s Sprint 👏#F2 #BritishGP pic.twitter.com/wsZYUCZNk8
— Formula 2 (@Formula2) July 4, 2024
Potential Teammates: Experience vs. New Talent
With Bearman secured, the focus now shifts to who will partner with him at Haas for the 2025 season. The departure of Nico Hulkenberg to Sauber leaves an open spot, and several names are being considered to fill the vacancy.
According to F1 rumors, Kevin Magnussen is a strong candidate to remain with Haas. Despite a challenging 2024 season, his experience and familiarity with the team make him a valuable asset. Magnussen’s performance at the Austrian GP, where he managed to score points, has given the team hope that he can still deliver when it counts. His extensive knowledge of the car and team dynamics could provide a stable foundation for Haas as they integrate Bearman into the team.
We have another Ferrari Academy driver on the grid! 🙌 Congratulations @OllieBearman! 👏
Ollie will be joining the @HaasF1Team in 2025!#BritishGP 🇬🇧 #F1 pic.twitter.com/krd6B9L2vR
— Scuderia Ferrari Driver Academy (@insideFDA) July 4, 2024
Haas is also exploring other options, including Esteban Ocon and Valtteri Bottas. Both drivers bring considerable experience and have shown their capabilities on various occasions. Ocon, in particular, is rumored to be a strong interest for Haas, and his potential move could bring a fresh perspective to the team.
Another intriguing possibility is Carlos Sainz, although this remains more of a dream scenario given his higher aspirations. Nonetheless, the dynamic nature of F1 means that surprises are always possible, and Sainz’s future is still open to speculation.
