Komatsu says Haas intends to keep Bearman for 2027
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Haas has yet to formally confirm Oliver Bearman's place for 2027, but team principal Ayao Komatsu says the team intends to continue with him.
Haas intends to continue with Oliver Bearman in 2027, team principal Ayao Komatsu says, although the team has yet to formally confirm the Briton's place.
Speaking to media including RacingNews365, Komatsu said he could not discuss certain contractual details and described the delay as a matter of timing and finalising details. He said a formal announcement would follow in due course.
Haas announced Rafael Camara on Wednesday as Esteban Ocon's replacement for 2027. Bearman's multi-year agreement with Haas, signed in July 2024, is understood to cover 2025 and 2026, with an option for 2027.
Bearman finished 12th in Singapore, a lap behind winner Max Verstappen. Komatsu praised the drive and said Bearman's progress in 2026 had shown he was ready to lead the team.
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