June 8th 2024.
At just 19 years old, Oliver Bearman is already making waves in the world of Formula 1. The young British driver recently made his F1 debut at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, and it seems he is set to become the fourth British driver on the grid for the 2025 season.
According to reports, Bearman has signed a deal with Haas and will be racing alongside the likes of Sir Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris, and George Russell. This is quite an accomplishment for the 19-year-old, who is currently the reserve driver for Ferrari and Haas.
Bearman's debut at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix was nothing short of impressive. He was called into action at the last minute to replace Carlos Sainz, and despite his limited experience in an F1 car, he managed to qualify 11th and finish 7th on the grueling street circuit. This performance has earned him a spot in the top 12 of the overall championship.
Since then, there have been rumors linking Bearman to a full-time seat at Haas, and it seems those rumors have now become a reality. According to the Daily Mail, Bearman has secretly signed with the American team and will be earning a salary of £250,000 to £300,000 in his first season.
While it is not known who his teammate will be, Haas will have a whole new line-up in 2025 as Nico Hulkenberg is leaving for Sauber and Kevin Magnussen's contract is ending. Esteban Ocon, who is set to depart Alpine, has been linked to the team.
If Bearman does join Haas, it will mark the first time since 2013 that four full-time British drivers will be on the grid. This is an exciting prospect for British fans, as the last time this happened was when Hamilton, Jenson Button, Paul di Resta, and Max Chilton were racing.
Bearman's performance in Saudi Arabia has also caught the attention of seven-time champion Hamilton, who praised the young driver for his impressive debut. Hamilton believes that Bearman has a bright future ahead of him and is a star to watch out for.
Bearman's rise to F1 has been nothing short of impressive. He has already won German and Italian Formula 4 championships and finished third in Formula 3. Last season, he was sixth in Formula 2 and is currently racing in the series again in 2024, currently sitting in 13th place in the standings. However, with his F1 debut under his belt, Bearman's future in the sport looks promising.
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