Formula 1

Rafael Camara to join Haas for 2027 Formula 1 season

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Oct 16, 2026, 10:15 IST

Brazilian talent Rafael Camara has been confirmed as a Haas driver for the 2027 Formula 1 season, where he will partner Oliver Bearman, marking a significant return for Brazilian representation on the grid.

Rafael Camara to join Haas for 2027 Formula 1 season

Haas has officially announced that Brazilian prospect Rafael Camara will join their driver lineup for the 2027 Formula 1 season. The 21-year-old’s appointment follows the team’s confirmation last month that French driver Esteban Ocon will be departing the outfit.

Camara, who is currently leading the Formula 2 championship, expressed his enthusiasm regarding the promotion to the pinnacle of motorsport. Describing the move as a pivotal moment in his professional journey, the young driver stated that his immediate priority is to undergo rigorous preparation for the transition to Formula 1. He noted that he is eager to begin collaborating with the team to navigate the learning curve ahead.

A rising star joins the grid

The Brazilian driver has been a member of the Ferrari Driver Academy since 2021 and has demonstrated significant growth throughout his junior career. His recent form with Invicta Racing in Formula 2 follows a successful 2025 campaign, during which he secured the Formula 3 title while driving for Trident.

Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu welcomed the signing, highlighting the team's confidence in Camara’s potential. Komatsu remarked that the organization is thrilled to secure such a promising talent, noting that his track record in the junior categories has been highly impressive. Camara is set to partner with 21-year-old British driver Oliver Bearman, forming a youthful driver pairing for the American-owned team.

Brazilian representation in Formula 1

The addition of Camara to the 2027 grid marks a notable milestone for Brazilian motorsport. With Camara joining the Haas roster and Gabriel Bortoleto retaining his seat at Audi, Brazil will have two drivers competing in Formula 1 for the first time since 2016, when Felipe Massa and Felipe Nasr last raced together for Williams and Sauber, respectively.

Haas currently sits seventh in the constructors' championship with 30 points following the conclusion of the Singapore Grand Prix. The team is now preparing for the upcoming United States Grand Prix, scheduled to take place in Austin, Texas, on October 25.