Haas dropped Esteban Ocon and signed F2 championship leader Rafael Camara for 2027, betting on a second rookie in as many years. The American team cut Ocon after sophomore Ollie Bearman thoroughly outpaced him — 23 points to seven. Team Principal Ayao Komatsu ran a TPC test at Portimao, and Camara stood out immediately. The Brazilian F3 champion showed serious pace and adaptation speed in F1 machinery, enough to convince both Haas and partner Ferrari. Commercial upside doesn't hurt — Camara joins Gabriel Bortoleto as Brazil's second driver on the grid. Bearman will stay for 2027, sources say. The Briton has leveled up in year two, with race craft and one-lap pace both climbing. His China P5 marks a season that's validated Komatsu's first rookie gamble. Ferrari still sees him as a future Maranello option, making the continuity bet easy for Haas as they slot Camara in.

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