Esteban Ocon confirms Haas exit following 2026 season

He recently finished P8 for the team in Baku.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 59m1 min read

What happened: Esteban Ocon confirmed he will part ways with Haas at the conclusion of the 2026 Formula 1 season. The announcement formalizes his departure from the constructor.

Why it matters: The split creates a vacancy on the grid for 2027 and leaves the veteran driver without a confirmed seat. Ocon stated he leaves the project proud of his performances during his tenure.

By the numbers: He secured a P8 finish for Haas at the recent Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku.

What to watch: Attention turns to identifying his replacement and his potential landing spots.

Sources

racingnews365.com 2026-09-30T09:03:34.502856+00:00

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