The Hungarian Grand Prix weekend proved challenging for the Haas Formula 1® Team, with both drivers struggling to find pace and confidence in their cars. Oliver Bearman and Esteban Ocon were unable to score points, extending the team's drought to five races since Monaco.
Bearman qualified in 17th position and finished the race in 19th, while Ocon started 15th and crossed the line in 16th. Bearman openly admitted to losing all confidence in the car during the weekend, citing issues with pace, sliding, and tyre degradation as key factors behind his difficulties. Additionally, Bearman received a five-second penalty for ignoring blue flags, which affected his race result.
Ocon’s weekend was relatively consistent, but he acknowledged that the car’s performance was still lacking. Both drivers highlighted the contrast between their recent strong showing at Spa and the disappointing pace in Hungary. Bearman emphasized the need for the team to understand the reasons behind this drop in performance during the upcoming summer break.
Since Bearman’s early points finishes this season, Haas has gradually slipped down the order, struggling to maintain competitiveness. The Hungarian Grand Prix weekend underlined ongoing challenges with car balance and tyre management, which both drivers found difficult to overcome. Ocon expressed hope that the upgrades planned after the summer break could help improve the car’s performance moving forward.
Both drivers’ comments provide insight into the current state of the Haas team, reflecting personal assessments rather than definitive technical conclusions. The weekend highlighted the variability in performance that teams can face across different circuits and conditions in the Formula 1® calendar.
As Haas prepares for the next phase of the season, the focus will be on addressing the issues that affected their Hungarian Grand Prix performance. The short break before Austria offers an opportunity to regroup and evaluate the car’s weaknesses, aiming to regain competitiveness in the races ahead.
