British teenage star Oliver Bearman is set for an opportunity to audition for a vacant Haas seat ahead of the 2025 season.

He will undergo six practice sessions in order to get prepared for his potential next team, with Nico Hulkenberg set to depart at the end of the year, and the Haas Principal Ayao Komatsu has made it clear that his training performances are the most important factor in determining his future.

Bearman, 18, impressed in Saudi Arabia earlier this year by finishing seventh when he filled in for Carlos Sainz at Ferrari, and believes he is ready to take the next step in sealing a Formula One seat for next year.

When asked whether he felt he could nail down a spot at Haas through the practice sessions, Bearman said: ‘Yes, I see it of course as my chance,’ as quoted by The Mirror.

Bearman is believed to be in pole position to replace Nico Hulkenberg, while Kevin Magnussen is also out of contract at the end of the season.

Oliver Bearman (pictured) is hopeful of securing a 2025 Haas seat, with Nico Hulkenberg departing at the end of the year

Nico Hulkenberg (pictured) is set to join Audi for their first Formula One entry in 2026