Oliver Bearman reveals PAIN after first F1 experience

Ollie Bearman, Oliver Bearman, Ferrari, Saudi Arabia, 2024 — Photo: © IMAGO

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Bearman reveals PAIN after first F1 experience

British driver confirms struggles after first Formula 1 grand prix

Shay Rogers

Tuesday 19 March 2024 13:57

Ferrari debutant Oliver Bearman has been discussing the after-effects of his first race in Formula 1 following an emphatic performance.

The Brit secured seventh place at a Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in which he was hampered from the word go with a lack of preparation.

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Dealing with his circumstances maturely, he delivered a scintillating performance and put his name forwards for a 2025 drive.

But entering your first grand prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit is no mean feat – its high-speed nature and intense G-forces create a lot of stress for the drivers.

Particularly those who haven’t racked up the mileage in a Formula 1 car yet and haven’t activated some of the muscles required to reach their maximum potential.

Ollie Bearman could have a shot at a 2025 F1 drive

Bearman: It was a big challenge

Bearman confirmed that he suffered with some pain following the race in which he scored six championship points.

“Most of the pain was from my lower back. The neck is a given, but Jeddah is one of the most difficult tracks,” he told The Times.

“F1 cars are very tight and not built for comfort. Everything was very last minute. When I made the seat, I didn’t think I’d be having to use it.

“In F1, the steering is very light, but it’s everything else. You’re just getting thrown around. Muscles you don’t feel like you’re engaging, they’re aching the next day.

“It’s exhausting; you lose a lot of water, I couldn’t believe how sweaty I was. It was a big challenge. But I really enjoyed it.”

He will now return to Formula 2 as it touches down in Australia for the second time in its history.

If he can make a charge to the title with Prema, he may put himself in prime position to land a Formula 1 drive in 2025.

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