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Ex-Haas boss Guenther Steiner believes his former team should consider Ferrari’s impressive reserve driver.
Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner considers Ferrari reserve and current F2 driver Oliver Bearman as a strong candidate for Haas, stating there is a “50/50” chance he could reach the level of Max Verstappen. With Nico Hulkenberg moving to Stake F1/Audi in 2025, at least one seat will open up at Haas next season. Kevin Magnussen’s seat might also become available if he doesn’t receive a contract extension. Bearman is a leading contender for a seat with the Ferrari customer team and is highly regarded to race for them next season. Despite racing for PREMA in F2, the young Briton made an impressive F1 debut this season at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, qualifying P11 and finishing seventh ahead of Hamilton and Norris. Steiner believes signing Bearman would be a wise decision for Haas, recognizing his potential but also acknowledging the uncertainty of whether he will truly become the next big thing.
