Hirakawa to replace Ocon at Haas for Mexico City Grand Prix

Haas have announced Ryo Hirakawa will replace Esteban Ocon for the remainder of the Grand Prix weekend in Mexico City.

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Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 3:17 PM

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Ryo Hirakawa will replace Esteban Ocon at Haas for the rest of the Mexico City Grand Prix.
The 32-year-old Japanese driver will make his Formula 1 race debut alongside teammate Ollie Bearman.
Hirakawa previously drove for Haas during Free Practice 1 on Friday, finishing 15th overall.

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Haas has announced that reserve driver Ryo Hirakawa will replace Esteban Ocon for the remainder of the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend. Hirakawa will take over driving duties starting with final practice and qualifying on Saturday through to Sunday's 71-lap race, marking his official Formula 1 race debut alongside teammate Ollie Bearman.

Hirakawa previously drove the VF-26 during Free Practice 1 on Friday, finishing 15th overall, before Ocon took part in the second session. The 32-year-old Japanese driver brings significant experience from endurance racing, having won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2022 and two World Endurance Championship titles.

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