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Ferrari junior Bearman to get Haas FP1 outings in Mexico and Abu Dhabi
Oliver Bearman, a British driver who has been successful in his debut season in Formula 2, will join the Haas F1 team for the upcoming Qatar Grand Prix to familiarize himself with the team’s operations. This opportunity follows a trend of young Ferrari talents, including Charles Leclerc, Mick Schumacher, Antonio Giovinazzi, and Robert Shwartzman, having outings with Haas. Bearman expressed his excitement and gratitude for the chance to drive in Formula 1, which has been his dream since his karting days. As part of the Ferrari Driver Academy, Bearman’s preparation for these race weekends is expected to be excellent. Haas team principal, Guenther Steiner, believes Bearman is more than capable of handling the F1 machinery and looks forward to his contribution to the team. Additionally, it is a requirement for teams to provide a rookie driver with two FP1 sessions throughout the season, according to F1’s sporting regulations.
Source: motorsport
