Audi could pave the way for Oliver Bearman to enter Formula 1, who is the leading candidate to replace Nico Hülkenberg, who has already signed for the Stake team acquired by the Germans, next season.
Who wouldn't remember the 18-year-old British driver's amazing debut at Scuderia Ferrari, which became almost as sensational as Carlos Sainz's return later on. Many people immediately demanded Bearman to Formula 1, but several also warned that in the near future only the Haas F1 Team could be the only realistic option. Now this possibility seems to be confirmed, thanks to the fact that Haas has a good relationship with Ferrari and will soon need a driver. Oliver Bearman has already tested with the team before and will have more opportunities to do so this year. Moreover, in addition to the two mandatory opportunities, there will be four more, which indicates more than anything that Haas is serious about signing the youngster. In his case, this is the same as Hülkenberg's contract with Audi. Just a formality...
