Esteban Ocon’s most likely 2027 destination after F1 exit

What next for Esteban Ocon as he looks to remain in F1 after losing his Haas seat?

By Lewis Larkam · Crash

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 12:08 PM

Key Things to Know

Esteban Ocon will leave Haas at the end of the year and is seeking a Formula 1 reserve role.
Ocon ruled out competing in categories outside Formula 1 if he cannot secure a race seat for 2027.
Lewis Larkam suggests a reserve driver role at Mercedes represents a realistic potential option for Ocon.

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Esteban Ocon will leave Haas at the end of the year and has ruled out competing in other racing categories for 2027. The 30-year-old French driver confirmed he is committed solely to Formula 1 and is open to accepting a reserve or third-driver role if no full-time race seat materializes.

Lewis Larkam outlines potential landing spots, noting that a return to Mercedes as a reserve driver could be a viable option given Ocon's past ties. Larkam also suggests that Audi and Cadillac could present future opportunities for a full-time return in 2028.

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