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Esteban Ocon F1 Future Focus
Ocon says he'll stay in F1 for next five years, not other series.
In brief
Ocon says he'll stay in F1 for next five years, not other series. Esteban Ocon will prioritize Formula 1 over other racing series for the next five to seven years. Originally reported by Autoweek.
Ocon's F1 Commitment
Esteban Ocon says he will stay in Formula 1 for the next five to seven years, prioritizing his racing career over other series.
“Formula 1, that’s where I deserve to be”
Ocon's Racing History
Ocon has started 196 grands prix since his mid-2016 debut, taking four podiums including a victory for Alpine at the 2021 Hungarian round.
Ocon's Future Plans
Ocon will leave Haas at the end of 2026, with limited options for 2027 due to grid stability, and confirmed he would take a non-racing reserve role if racing opportunities vanish.
“if there are no possibilities to race next year, that’s [a reserve role] what I would do”
Ocon's Past Challenges
Ocon dropped off the grid after 2018 due to driver changes but returned in 2020 after spending 2019 as Mercedes’ reserve driver.
Singapore Grand Prix
Singapore will host the final Sprint event of the year, with the race taking place in Marina Bay’s tight street circuit.
What it means
Esteban Ocon will prioritize Formula 1 over other racing series for the next five to seven years.
