Oliver Bearman: Haas F1 Driver & Formula 1 Racing Career

Oliver Bearman is a British Formula 1 driver racing for TGR Haas F1 Team with car number 87. Born on May 8, 2005, in Chelmsford, England, Bearman progressed through karting, Formula 4, Formula 3 and Formula 2 before reaching Formula 1.

In 2026, Bearman is competing in his second full Formula 1 season with Haas alongside Esteban Ocon. The team is racing the VF-26, powered by Ferrari.

From Karting to Single-Seaters

Bearman's motorsport journey began at a young age. Haas records his competitive karting career beginning in 2013, followed by strong results in British junior karting championships. In 2019, he won the Winter Cup in the junior X30 class and also achieved victories in the Euro Series and International Final.

He moved into single-seater racing in 2020 and quickly established himself in Formula 4.

In 2021, Bearman won both the ADAC Formula 4 and Italian Formula 4 championships with Van Amersfoort Racing.

Ferrari Driver Academy

Bearman's performances earned him a place in the Scuderia Ferrari Driver Academy in November 2021.

He continued his development with Prema Racing in Formula 3 and Formula 2. In the 2022 FIA Formula 3 Championship, Bearman finished third overall. In 2023, he moved to Formula 2 and finished sixth in the championship.

His junior career placed him on the Formula 1 radar and eventually led to reserve-driver opportunities with Ferrari and Haas.

Formula 1 Debut in 2024

Bearman made his unexpected Formula 1 race debut at the 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

He replaced Carlos Sainz at Ferrari and finished seventh, scoring points on his first Formula 1 race start. Formula 1 records him as the third-youngest driver to start an F1 race at that time.

Later in 2024, Bearman also made two substitute appearances for Haas. At the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, he finished 10th and scored a point for the team.

Joining Haas as a Full-Time F1 Driver

During the 2024 British Grand Prix weekend, Bearman signed a multi-year agreement with Haas beginning with the 2025 FIA Formula 1 World Championship.

His first full season delivered several notable results.

At the 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix, Bearman finished fourth, matching Haas's best-ever Formula 1 race result at the time. One week later, he finished sixth at the São Paulo Grand Prix.

He ended the 2025 championship in 13th position with 41 points.

Oliver Bearman in 2026

Bearman continued with Haas for the 2026 season alongside Esteban Ocon.

The 2026 Formula 1 regulations introduced a major new technical era, with teams developing new-generation cars and power units. Haas's VF-26 uses a Ferrari power unit.

After 14 Grands Prix in 2026, Bearman's official statistics are:

 

His 2026 points came from a 7th-place finish in Australia, 5th in China, and 10th in Canada, with one additional sprint point.

Strong Start to the 2026 Season

Bearman opened the 2026 campaign with points in Australia, finishing seventh. He then produced an even stronger result in China, crossing the line fifth and scoring 10 additional points.

The early-season results contributed to Haas's points total and helped the team establish itself in the midfield.

Bearman later scored another point in Canada with a 10th-place finish.

The VF-26 and Haas F1 Team

Bearman's 2026 car is the Haas VF-26, the team's entry for the new technical era.

Haas's 2026 team lineup includes:

• Esteban Ocon — #31
• Oliver Bearman — #87
• Chassis — VF-26
• Power Unit — Ferrari
• Base — Kannapolis, United States
• Team Chief — Ayao Komatsu
• Technical Chief — Andrea De Zordo

The team is officially listed as TGR Haas F1 Team for 2026.

Oliver Bearman and Silverstone

Silverstone has particular significance for Bearman because of his British background and his long connection with the circuit.

Haas noted ahead of the 2026 British Grand Prix that Bearman had followed Formula 1 at Silverstone as a fan before progressing through the junior categories and eventually racing there as a full-time F1 driver.

His journey from watching the British Grand Prix to competing in Formula 1 at the same circuit represents an important part of his development as a professional driver.

Oliver Bearman's Career Highlights

Key milestones in Bearman's racing career include:

• Started competitive karting at eight years old
• Won the 2021 ADAC Formula 4 Championship
• Won the 2021 Italian Formula 4 Championship
• Finished third in the 2022 FIA Formula 3 Championship
• Finished sixth in the 2023 FIA Formula 2 Championship
• Joined the Ferrari Driver Academy
• Made F1 debut at the 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
• Finished seventh on his F1 debut
• Scored with Haas at the 2024 Azerbaijan GP
• Joined Haas as a full-time F1 driver in 2025
• Finished fourth at the 2025 Mexico City GP
• Finished 13th in the 2025 F1 championship with 41 points
• Continues with Haas in the 2026 F1 season

Oliver Bearman and Motorsport Fans

Bearman's rapid progression from karting to Formula 1 has made his career an interesting part of the current F1 grid.

For motorsport fans, his #87 Haas identity, VF-26 race car and British racing background provide plenty of inspiration for F1-themed fanwear and motorsport apparel.

At Apex Karting Gear, you can explore F1-inspired racing suits, motorsport jackets, racing gloves, karting gear and other racing-inspired apparel.

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