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Haas share more information on sudden Esteban Ocon withdrawal

Esteban Ocon will not compete in the rest of the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend, with the Haas driver replaced by Ryo Hirakawa.

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 3:30 PM
Haas share more information on sudden Esteban Ocon withdrawal
Key Things to Know
  • Haas confirmed Esteban Ocon's withdrawal from the Mexico City Grand Prix is not due to illness.
  • Reserve driver Ryo Hirakawa will replace Ocon alongside Ollie Bearman for the rest of the race weekend.
  • The American team has not revealed the specific reason for Ocon's absence and plans no further announcements.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Haas has clarified that Esteban Ocon's sudden withdrawal from the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend is not due to illness. The team has not confirmed the exact cause of his absence and does not plan to release further statements. Reserve driver Ryo Hirakawa replaces Ocon for the remainder of the event, partnering Ollie Bearman starting from Free Practice 3.

The clarification comes after several drivers missed media duties due to sickness. Ocon is set to leave the Ayao Komatsu-led team after the season, though it remains unconfirmed whether his exit relates to internal tensions or personal matters.

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