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F1 star eyeing Hamilton seat reveals persuasive Ferrari signing talks
Lewis Hamilton has long been expected to pass the Ferrari baton to Ollie Bearman, who himself believes in his chances of joining the Scuderia.
Bearman’s journey with Ferrari began in 2021 when he joined the Ferrari driver academy, culminating in his F1 debut in 2024, impressively finishing seventh while filling in for Carlos Sainz.
His strong debut led to a race seat at Haas for the 2025 season, where he has outperformed his teammate Esteban Ocon, establishing himself as a future Ferrari driver.
Bearman revealed on the Up to Speed podcast that Ferrari remains his target, expressing gratitude for the trust the team has shown in him and how he convinced them to sign him despite initial doubts.
He acknowledges the long journey ahead to prove himself capable of racing for Ferrari but continues to learn and grow with Haas, while also praising Lewis Hamilton for his character and support in the early stages of his career.
