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Formula 1 team Haas announced on Tuesday its final separation from French driver Esteban Ocon, days after his surprise exclusion from the Mexican Grand Prix. Brazilian Rafael Camara will contest the first Grand Prix of his career at his home race in São Paulo.
Reasons remain internal
Ocon, who has driven for Haas since the 2025 season, was replaced for the race in Mexico by Japan’s Ryo Hirakawa. No reasons for his suspension were given, with the team stressing that the matter remains internal, according to sport.ORF.at.
Team principal Ayao Komatsu said such decisions are never taken lightly, explaining that this applied to what happened in Mexico City and applies now as well. He added that the team is convinced the decision is in its long-term interest.
Camara starts early
The team had announced in mid-October that 21-year-old Rafael Camara would succeed Ocon from the 2027 season. The Brazilian currently leads the Formula 2 standings and is a member of the Ferrari Driver Academy. Following Ocon’s departure, his debut in the premier class has been brought forward to his upcoming home race.
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- sport.ORF.at: “Haas gibt endgültige Trennung von Ocon bekannt”, 03.11.2026 – sport.orf.at
