Esteban Ocon’s future in Formula 1 is under scrutiny, with former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner suggesting that if Ocon’s current form persists, this could be his final year in the championship. Ocon received a 10-second penalty during the Chinese Grand Prix for a collision with Alpine’s Franco Colapinto, prompting Steiner to express concerns about Ocon’s performance. The French driver apologized for the incident, admitting his mistake and misjudgment.
Steiner emphasized that Ocon’s actions, such as causing collisions like in China, could jeopardize his future in F1, especially if he continues to make such errors. Ocon faced further challenges when he was outperformed by his rookie teammate Oliver Bearman in the previous season, finishing 15th in the standings. In contrast, Bearman has been showing promising results in 2026, currently ranking fifth in the drivers’ standings after strong finishes in recent races.
Ocon, who made his F1 debut in 2016, has driven for various teams over the years and secured his only grand prix win at the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix. Despite his achievements, Ocon is currently struggling in the championship, sitting in 16th place with zero points. The 29-year-old driver signed a multi-year contract with Haas starting in 2025, but his future in the sport remains uncertain based on his recent performances.
