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Steiner Backs Bearman as Ferrari’s 2027 Candidate After Rookie Surge

A strong Haas rookie finish with Ferrari academy credentials has put him in the succession conversation.

Overview

  • Guenther Steiner repeated his view that Ollie Bearman is an obvious option for Ferrari in 2027, linking the opportunity to uncertainty over Lewis Hamilton’s longer‑term plans.
  • Bearman said he believes he is ready for a Ferrari call‑up, while stressing he must keep proving himself after gains late in his debut season.
  • The 20‑year‑old finished 13th in the 2025 standings with 41 points for Haas and outscored team‑mate Esteban Ocon.
  • Steiner highlighted Bearman’s cleaner second half and stronger race craft, underlined by fourth place at the Mexican Grand Prix.
  • Bearman ranked third among the 2025 rookies behind Kimi Antonelli and Isack Hadjar, and no Ferrari driver changes have been announced.