Bearman bags P5 after ‘deer in headlights’ Lap 1 scare

Ollie Bearman delivered a strong performance at the Chinese Grand Prix, securing a top-five finish for Haas. The race saw a tense moment on the opening lap when Bearman was forced to take evasive action to avoid Isack Hadjar’s spinning Red Bull at Turn 13, pushing him off-track and down the order. Despite the early setback, Bearman fought back through the field with a series of sharp overtakes, aided by well-timed Safety Car intervention. Reflecting on his survival mode during the first lap and his subsequent recovery, Bearman expressed great satisfaction with his pace and the team's result, noting that he is eager to maintain this positive momentum for the remainder of the season.