# Haas drops Ocon for Camara

> Haas replaces Ocon with Camara for Brazil race.
- Title: Haas drops Ocon for Camara · RaceFans | Shortify
- Summary: Haas replaces Ocon with Camara for Brazil race. Haas F1 team will drive Rafael Camara in Brazil after Ocon's exit.
- Keywords: haas, esteban ocon, rafael camara, formula 1, brazil, RaceFans
- Source: RaceFans — https://racefans.net/2026/11/03/official-ocon-will-not-return-to-drive-for-haas-camara-to-take-over-in-brazil
- Published: 2026-11-03T20:32:30+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: haas, esteban ocon, rafael camara, formula 1, brazil, f1, sports, cars
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Haas F1 team will drive Rafael Camara in Brazil after Ocon's exit.