Esteban Ocon struggles against teammates, faces uncertain F1 future
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Esteban Ocon is reportedly facing challenges in his Formula 1 career, especially against younger teammate Oliver Bearman at Haas. Ocon has lost head-to-head battles in both qualifying and race results since Bearman joined the team. Throughout his career, Ocon has had mixed results against various teammates, managing to match or closely compete with some, but being outperformed by others. With Haas looking for new driver options, Ocon's time in F1 could be nearing an end.
- •Ocon lost 13-9 to Bearman in qualifying during 2025.
- •In 2026, Bearman leads Ocon 8-3 in qualifying.
- •Ocon has a history of mixed results against teammates.
- •Haas seeks new drivers amid Ocon's struggles.
- •Ocon turns 30 in September, adding urgency to his situation.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Ocon looks finished in F1: how he lost head-to-head to almost every teammate
"Esteban Ocon appears to be in his final months in Formula 1. The Frenchman is falling short compared to Oliver Bearman, much like he did against most of his teammates throughout his career.
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