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Oliver Bearman highlights Ferrari power deficit after losing to Arvid Lindblad in Baku

Oliver Bearman has added further weight to Lewis Hamilton’s concerns over Ferrari’s power unit after the Haas driver struggled to defend against Arvid Lindblad during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Despite believing his car was quicker across the lap, Oliver Bearman…

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 8:03 PM
Oliver Bearman highlights Ferrari power deficit after losing to Arvid Lindblad in Baku
Key Things to Know
  • Oliver Bearman struggled to defend against Arvid Lindblad due to a straight-line speed deficit in Baku.
  • Bearman noted Haas had stronger overall lap pace, but Ferrari engine power lagged on the straight.
  • Lewis Hamilton voiced similar complaints regarding Ferrari power unit performance and electrical deployment during the race.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Haas driver Oliver Bearman voiced concerns over Ferrari's power unit deficit after losing position to Racing Bulls driver Arvid Lindblad at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Despite feeling Haas held better overall lap pace, Bearman could not defend against Lindblad along Baku's 2.2-kilometer straight.

Bearman's comments echo ongoing complaints from works Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton regarding straight-line speed and electrical energy deployment. Lindblad also overtook Haas driver Esteban Ocon in a straight-line sprint, reinforcing concerns that Ferrari-powered cars remain at a performance disadvantage despite the recent ADUO2 engine upgrade.

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