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Haas has confirmed that Esteban Ocon will not race for the team again this season. Brazilian rookie Rafael Camara will replace Ocon at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. Camara, who is set to join the team in 2027, will make his Formula 1 debut earlier than expected. The team has not provided details on why Ocon was dropped after the Mexico City Grand Prix. Ocon was replaced by Ryo Hirakawa in Mexico, but Hirakawa will not be available for Sao Paulo due to his commitment to the World Endurance Championship. Haas has not announced who will drive in Ocon's place for the remaining races of the season.
Esteban Ocon was permanently dropped by the Haas team, with Brazilian rookie Rafael Camara set to replace him at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. Ocon, who has driven in 198 grands prix since his debut in 2016, was replaced in Mexico after a dispute with race engineer Laura Mueller. The team has not disclosed the reasons behind Ocon's removal.
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