Oliver Bearman has become the talk of the town in Formula 1 since his impressive performances in Saudi Arabia. Bearman made his debut at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, replacing another driver who couldn’t compete due to surgery. He was called up by Ferrari to test the SF24 during FP3 and qualified in P11, narrowly missing out on a spot in Q3 by just 0.036 seconds.
But Bearman didn’t stop there. During the race, he made a brilliant move on Yuki Tsunoda and managed to hold his position despite pressure from other drivers. After the race, the 18-year-old received congratulations and good luck messages, including a special one from his idol Sebastian Vettel. Bearman also received a hug from Lewis Hamilton, which was a proud moment for him.
Bearman’s impressive performance in Saudi Arabia earned him numerous congratulations, including one from his idol Sebastian Vettel. He was surprised and touched to receive recognition from Lewis Hamilton, who even gave him a hug.
Following his success in Saudi Arabia, Bearman had the opportunity to test the F1-75 car designed by Ferrari for the 2022 season. Ferrari clarified that this is part of their regular testing program for drivers.
There is speculation among fans that Bearman may participate in the upcoming Melbourne Grand Prix, especially considering Carlos Sainz’s uncertain condition. Bearman’s performance in the SF24 impressed all the drivers.
Bearman’s future in Formula 1 will depend on his performance in F2, as many drivers are selected from this category. It will be interesting to see where he will secure a permanent seat, especially considering his young age of 18, which makes him a special talent in the sport.
