From Autoweek · Phillip Horton · · 1m 10s
Rafael Câmara's F1 Debut in Brazil
Rafael Câmara makes surprise F1 debut at Brazil's home race after last-minute switch from Ferrari.
In brief
Rafael Câmara makes surprise F1 debut at Brazil's home race after last-minute switch from Ferrari. Rafael Câmara, Formula 3 champion, debuts for Haas in Brazil after replacing Esteban Ocon, who left for WEC. Originally reported by Autoweek.
Haas Adds New Driver
Haas will run Rafael Câmara for the second consecutive grand prix after Esteban Ocon left for WEC.
First Brazilian F1 Debut
Camara becomes first driver to debut on home soil since Markus Winkelhock in 2007.
No Interlagos Experience
Camara has never raced at Interlagos, having competed in FIA Single-Seater pyramid since 2022.
Last-Minute Switch
Camara was scheduled to run in FP1 for Ferrari but now spends entire race weekend with Haas.
Formula 3 Champion
Camara, last year's Formula 3 champion, leads Formula 2 standings ahead of Qatar and Abu Dhabi races.
Haas Championship Race
Haas battles Audi for seventh in Constructors' Championship with every position costing millions.
Camara's Focus
Camara aims to focus on controllable aspects and grow during the weekend to ensure a positive result.
The headline
Rafael Câmara, Formula 3 champion, debuts for Haas in Brazil after replacing Esteban Ocon, who left for WEC.
