Oliver Bearman announced himself to the F1 world with a stunning substitute drive for Ferrari at the 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, scoring points on his debut while still a teenager. The British driver earned a full-time seat at Haas on the strength of that performance and his impressive junior career as a Ferrari Academy product.
For 2026, Bearman enters his second full season at Haas with the benefit of experience and the opportunity presented by a major regulation change. The new rules give smaller teams a genuine chance to close the gap, and Bearman’s youthful energy and natural talent could deliver some surprise results if Haas get their package right.
Bearman drives with a confidence and composure unusual for his age. His debut points finish under enormous pressure, stepping into a Ferrari with almost no preparation, revealed a driver with an exceptional ability to perform when it matters most.
British fans can follow Bearman across a season with strong European representation. Silverstone’s sprint weekend in early July is the centrepiece, but the run of races from Monaco through Hungary provides regular Sunday afternoon viewing from the UK timezone.