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Hulkenberg: Bearman’s F1 debut will be "forgotten" if he doesn’t perform in F2
Many observers assume that the teenager who drove to seventh place for Ferrari in Jeddah will be promoted to a Haas race seat in 2025. Despite two FP1 sessions with Haas last season and six upcoming outings this year, Nico Hulkenberg suggests the driver should focus on his current role in F2. Hulkenberg believes there is pressure on the young driver to perform well in F2 before thinking about a promotion to F1. While praising the debut performance of Oliver Bearman, Hulkenberg noted that the Ferrari machinery gave him an advantage. Kevin Magnussen also expressed support for Bearman and emphasized the importance of making the most of the current dynamic within the team and maximizing their potential. Ultimately, Bearman’s strong performances could lead to opportunities in F1 in the future.
