Oliver Bearman stepped in for Kevin Magnussen at the Brazilian Grand Prix because of Magnussen’s sudden illness. This unexpected event has created a bit of a puzzle for Ferrari and Haas F1.
Bearman’s participation in his third Grand Prix at Interlagos means he can’t be counted as a rookie anymore. This complicates things for Ferrari, who still need to put a rookie in their car during free practice this season. Italian reports suggest that Antonio Fuoco might be their choice for the first free practice session before the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Antonio Fuoco’s Racing Journey
Fuoco is no stranger to Ferrari, having driven for them multiple times in post-season tests. He was on track at Yas Marina in both 2020 and 2021. His past includes being part of the Ferrari Driver Academy and serving as a test and reserve driver for Dragon in Formula E during the 2018-2019 season.
In the World Endurance Championship, Fuoco shone brightly. He ended the recent season as runner-up with Ferrari’s hypercar, with his crowning achievement being a victory at the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans race.
Fans might think it’s exciting to see how Fuoco performs if given another chance.
While Bearman’s situation is tricky, it opens doors for drivers like Fuoco to showcase their talent on big stages like Abu Dhabi. What do you think about all these racing twists and turns?
