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Haas drops Ocon for Camara
Haas replaces Ocon with Camara for Brazil race.
In brief
Haas replaces Ocon with Camara for Brazil race. Haas F1 team will drive Rafael Camara in Brazil after Ocon's exit. Originally reported by RaceFans.
Haas confirms Ocon exit
Haas has confirmed Esteban Ocon will not return to drive for them following his shock ousting for the team last weekend.
Camara takes over
Rafael Camara, who was due to make his Formula 1 debut for the team next year, will take over Ocon’s car from this weekend’s round in Brazil.
Ocon's statement
Ocon participated in Friday’s second practice session in Mexico and was due to remain in the car for the rest of the weekend.
“Ocon subsequently issued a statement confirming there had been a difference of opinion between him and the team but strongly denying any claims "physical violence was used to resolve any differences"”
Haas team principal
Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has not explained the team’s reasons for dropping Ocon.
The essence
Haas F1 team will drive Rafael Camara in Brazil after Ocon's exit.
