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Surprise and Triumph: Haas F1’s Bearman and Komatsu Shine in Japanese Grand Prix

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
April 5, 2025
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Surprise and Triumph: Haas F1’s Bearman and Komatsu Shine in Japanese Grand Prix

SUZUKA, JAPAN - APRIL 05: Oliver Bearman of Great Britain driving the (87) Haas F1 VF-25 Ferrari on track during final practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on April 05, 2025 in Suzuka, Japan. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)

Haas F1 Shocks the World with Impressive Qualifying Performance at Japanese GP

In a jaw-dropping turn of events at the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix, Haas F1 team left fans and competitors stunned with their unexpected qualifying pace. Oliver Bearman, the young talent behind the wheel, expressed his surprise at not only making it out of the first qualifying session but securing the 10th spot on the grid.

After a remarkable 8th place finish in the previous race in China, Bearman continued to showcase his skills by advancing to Q3 at the iconic Suzuka circuit. Meanwhile, his teammate Esteban Ocon faced disappointment as he failed to progress from Q1, landing in the 18th position.

Despite facing challenges such as multiple red flags caused by trackside grass fires disrupting practice and qualifying sessions, Bearman managed to shine on the track, much to the amazement of the growing number of Haas fans following the team’s technical partnership with Toyota.

Bearman’s unexpected success left him elated, stating, “I didn’t expect to go to Q2 either, so I was pretty happy to be in Q3 at the end. I don’t think any of us expected that after everything that happened so far this weekend.”

The young driver’s confidence in his car and team paid off as he delivered a stellar performance, earning a spot in Q3 for the first time in his F1 career, an experience he described as the most fun he’s ever had.

Team principal Ayao Komatsu praised Bearman’s exceptional driving skills and highlighted the team’s relentless hard work both trackside and at the factory. The rapid development of a new floor following a disappointing season opener in Australia proved to be a game-changer for Haas.

Komatsu remarked, “If somebody told me this morning that we can get into Q3, I don’t believe it. Ollie’s done a fantastic job, but the team, from last night to this morning, then between FP3 and qualifying, I think we worked really, really well to get performance out of the car.”

Haas, known as the smallest team on the grid, defied expectations and showcased their determination to compete at the highest level of motorsport. With the unpredictability of rain looming over the race day, all eyes are on Haas F1 to see if they can turn their qualifying success into a remarkable race performance.

The Japanese Grand Prix has set the stage for Haas F1’s underdog story, proving that with talent, hard work, and a touch of unpredictability, anything is possible in the world of Formula 1.

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