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Esteban Ocon is believes he will be on the F1 grid in 2025, having had “deep conversations” with more than one team after his Alpine exit was confirmed.
Esteban Ocon is currently engaged in “deep conversations” with two Formula 1 teams to secure his future after leaving Alpine at the end of 2024. He is most heavily linked with a move to Haas, potentially partnering Oliver Bearman, but a second team is also in serious talks. Ocon remains confident that a deal will be reached with one of the teams, ensuring his presence in F1 next season. Having faced a similar situation in 2018, not finding a team for the following season and sitting out a year before joining Renault, Ocon emphasizes his confidence this time around. The driver market’s dynamics are currently intertwined with Carlos Sainz’s decisions, impacting various drivers’ futures, including Ocon’s. Despite the complexities of the market, Ocon maintains his focus on racing and hopes for a successful conclusion to his negotiations soon.
