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Haas: Bearman deserves F1 chance, but 2025 seat not a given
Oliver Bearman stepped in for Carlos Sainz at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix due to appendicitis, impressively finishing 7th after qualifying 11th with limited practice time. Haas chief Komatsu praised Bearman’s performance as “amazing” and acknowledged his potential for a full-time F1 seat in 2025. Bearman showcased his skills during the race, displaying maturity beyond his years and earning accolades from the team. Despite Bearman’s strong showing, Komatsu emphasized that the current drivers, Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen, also performed well and deserve consideration for the future lineup. Bearman’s successful stint with Haas further solidified his potential in the eyes of the team, showcasing his ability to quickly adapt and deliver results on the track with maturity. The young driver will now head to Melbourne for his F2 campaign, remaining on standby in case Sainz requires more time to recover, with his promising performance hinting at a bright future in Formula 1.
