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Vasseur: Bearman’s mistake-free F1 Saudi Arabian GP so good it’s "unrealistic"
Bearman stepped up to drive for Ferrari in FP3 at the last minute due to Carlos Sainz’s illness. Despite starting 11th, he had a flawless debut F1 race, fending off Norris and Hamilton to finish seventh behind Russell. Team Principal Vasseur was impressed by Bearman’s mistake-free performance on the challenging Jeddah circuit without any prior practice sessions. Vasseur praised Bearman’s composure under pressure and his ability to focus on the big picture during the demanding weekend. Despite initial concerns, Bearman excelled in managing the race’s complexities and demonstrated maturity beyond his years, earning accolades for his performance under immense pressure. Vasseur commended Bearman’s calm demeanor, strategic focus, and ability to handle the pressure of being the youngest driver at Ferrari without making critical mistakes on track.
