For Haas the Ocon discussions are an internal affair, and Camara has his own schedule to deal with

Team principal Ayao Komatsu has not been shy in explaining why they have made the call to let Esteban Ocon go for the rest of the season. You do not make such a decision in a rush, he was at pains to point out, adding that any talk with the driver is a matter for the team alone. After a reported row with Komatsu on Friday, Ocon was left out in Mexico mid-weekend and Ryo Hirakawa was able to put a point on the board in his first start. In his stead is Rafael Camara, the Brazilian who is already under contract with Haas for 2027. He makes his debut before his countrymen 4 races ahead of schedule, the 34th from his nation to do so in the sport.

For now he is set to be in the car until the season is done, but there is a complication. Should the Middle East rounds be held as planned, his calendar would conflict with the Formula 2 title battle he is yet to conclude.