Haas F1 Team

Haas has announced the recruitment of Ferrari junior Rafael Camara for 2027 on a multi-year deal.

Camara's Background

Camara, a member of Ferrari’s Driver Academy since 2022, won the Formula Regional European Championship in 2024, and claimed last year’s Formula 3 title.

Camara's Recent Performance

Camara stepped up to Formula 2 this year, joining the Invicta squad that powered Audi F1 racer Gabriel Bortoleto to the title in 2024 and now McLaren reserve Leonardo Fornaroli to the crown in 2025.

Camara's Current Standings

Camara currently leads the Formula 2 standings and has claimed three victories, along with five pole positions.

Camara's Statement

‘It’s an important step in my career and I want to thank Gene Haas and Ayao Komatsu for the trust they have placed in me,’ said Camara.

“It’s an important step in my career and I want to thank Gene Haas and Ayao Komatsu for the trust they have placed in me”

Camara's Focus

‘Now my focus is on preparing myself in the best possible way for this new challenge.

“Now my focus is on preparing myself in the best possible way for this new challenge. There will be a lot to learn, and I’m looking forward to working closely with the team, understanding the car and continuing to develop as a driver.”

Camara's Team Partner

Camara is expected to partner incumbent and fellow Ferrari-backed driver Oliver Bearman, whose continuation at Haas is widely believed to be a formality, but has not yet been officially confirmed.

Haas' Selection Process

Haas had multiple contenders for a seat for 2027, including McLaren-linked Fornaroli, and its reserve Ryo Hirakawa, who has ties to Toyota, with whom Haas has a technical partnership and test program.

Camara's Speed and Potential

Camara is understood to have impressed Haas with his pure speed, while the prospective commercial interests are a secondary benefit.