Esteban Ocon seen entering F1 team motorhome as potential next move for 2027 emerges

Esteban Ocon was seen visiting the Mercedes motorhome during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend as he assesses his future for 2027. Following confirmation that he will leave Haas at the end of the 2026 season, the French driver faces limited full-time opportunities on the grid. Reports suggest a possible return to Mercedes, potentially as a reserve driver, a role he previously held in 2019.

Speaking to Canal+, Ocon maintained that his time in Formula 1 is not over, noting that serving as a reserve driver represents his worst-case scenario. With a rumored transition to Toyota's World Endurance Championship program also uncertain due to reported interest in Esteban Masson, Ocon emphasized that he remains focused on opportunities within Formula 1.