Rafael Camara will make his Formula 1 debut with Haas in 2027, replacing Esteban Ocon alongside Oliver Bearman after signing a multi-year agreement with the American team. The 21-year-old Brazilian, a member of the Ferrari Driver Academy since 2022, has thanked Ferrari for supporting his development as he prepares for the biggest step of his racing career.
Currently leading the Formula 2 World Championship, Rafael Camara has established himself as one of the most promising young drivers to emerge from Maranello’s development programme. His promotion to Formula 1 represents an important achievement for the Ferrari Driver Academy, with the Scuderia also publicly congratulating the Brazilian on securing his place on the 2027 grid.
Ferrari junior Rafael Camara secures Haas F1 seat for 2027
Rafael Camara’s journey towards Formula 1 has been marked by impressive results throughout the junior categories. Having joined the Ferrari Driver Academy in 2022, the Brazilian won the Formula Regional European Championship in 2024 before claiming the Formula 3 title in 2025, equalling Arvid Lindblad’s record for the highest percentage of race victories.
The Brazilian has continued that progression in Formula 2 this season, securing three Feature Race victories and another four podium finishes. His performances propelled him to the top of the championship standings during the Baku round, strengthening his credentials for a full-time Formula 1 seat.
His move to Haas also continues the development pathway between Ferrari and the American team, with Oliver Bearman having already progressed through Maranello’s junior programme. The two drivers will form Haas’s line-up for the 2027 Formula 1 season, while Esteban Ocon makes way for the Brazilian newcomer.
Rafael Camara had already gained experience with Haas machinery during a test at Portimão last August, when he drove the team’s 2025 Formula 1 car. That outing provided an opportunity to work with the American outfit before his promotion was confirmed.
Rafael Camara thanks Ferrari Driver Academy after Haas announcement
Speaking following the confirmation of his multi-year agreement, Rafael Camara expressed his gratitude to Haas owner Gene Haas and team principal Ayao Komatsu, while also recognising the important role Ferrari has played in his development.
“It’s an important step in my career and I want to thank Gene Haas and Ayao Komatsu for the trust they have placed in me,” Rafael Camara said.
“I’m also very grateful to the Scuderia Ferrari Driver Academy for its support and for everything it has done to help me develop over the years, as well as to my family, who have always been by my side throughout this journey. Now my goal is to prepare as well as possible for this new challenge.”
The Brazilian’s promotion represents another significant milestone for Ferrari’s young-driver programme. His graduation to Formula 1 follows years of development under Maranello’s guidance and adds another Ferrari-trained talent to the grid. The move also comes as Ferrari reshapes its Driver Academy line-up for 2027, with Rafael Camara progressing beyond the junior structure.
Ferrari congratulates Rafael Camara on his Formula 1 breakthrough
Ferrari was quick to celebrate Rafael Camara’s achievement, publishing a congratulatory video on X to mark the Brazilian’s promotion to Formula 1.
“Congratulations, Rafa! Here’s your new car for F1 2027. Next season, Rafa will be on the starting grid with Haas F1 Team!” the Scuderia wrote.
The announcement marks the culmination of Rafael Camara’s journey through the junior categories and the beginning of a new chapter with Haas. For Ferrari, it is another example of the Driver Academy helping a young talent reach Formula 1, while the Brazilian now turns his attention towards preparing for his debut alongside Oliver Bearman in 2027.
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