Key takeaways
- Crucial Mugello preparation: Rafael Câmara is testing Ferrari’s SF-25 at Mugello to refine his single-seater procedures ahead of his evaluation run with Haas.
- Portimão shoot-out test: The Brazilian driver will join Leonardo Fornaroli and Ryō Hirakawa in Portimão, with Oliver Bearman serving as the benchmark driver.
- Ferrari Academy prospect: Following his F3 title win, Câmara currently sits 3rd in the F2 standings as he pushes for a 2027 Formula 1 seat.
Rafael Câmara is taking the final preparatory steps before a crucial evaluation test with Haas for a 2027 Formula 1 seat. The Brazilian driver took to the track at Mugello behind the wheel of Ferrari’s 2025 car, the SF-25, in a dedicated session organized by Maranello.
According to Italian outlet Autoracer, Ferrari scheduled a two-day Testing of Previous Cars (TPC) event at Mugello from August 26–27. While Dino Beganovic and Antonio Fuoco are also scheduled to log laps for simulator alignment, the primary objective centers on preparing Câmara for his upcoming run with Haas in Portugal.
The Mugello test is designed to refine Câmara’s familiarity with systems management, procedural routines, and high-downforce characteristics before he steps into the Haas machine at Portimão.
As reported by GPblog, the Portuguese evaluation session runs from August 26–28 and features a direct comparison between Câmara, McLaren Development Driver Leonardo Fornaroli, and Toyota-backed driver Ryō Hirakawa. Current Haas driver Oliver Bearman will also participate to set reference lap times for the trio.
Câmara, a prominent member of the Ferrari Driver Academy, won the Formula 3 championship last season and continues his strong progression in Formula 2. The 21-year-old holds third place in the F2 standings with 145 points, just 22 points adrift of championship leader Nikola Tsolov.
The track activity comes as Ferrari detailed its partnership with Haas and support for Rafael Câmara’s 2027 F1 seat bid, while Ferrari prepares a special SF-26 tribute livery for Michael Schumacher at Monza. Meanwhile, Fernando Alonso revealed that Aston Martin is “back to square one” with its updated Honda power unit.
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World Championship Standings (Top 5 after Dutch GP)
| Pos | Driver | Team | Engine | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andrea Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | Mercedes | 242 |
| 2 | George Russell | Mercedes | Mercedes | 183 |
| 3 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | Ferrari | 183 |
| 4 | Lando Norris | McLaren | Mercedes | 159 |
| 5 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | Ferrari | 155 |
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
1. Why is Rafael Câmara testing Ferrari’s SF-25 at Mugello?
Câmara is testing the SF-25 as part of a Ferrari TPC program to prepare for a Haas evaluation test in Portimão.
2. Which drivers are competing in the Haas evaluation test in Portimão?
Rafael Câmara, Leonardo Fornaroli, and Ryō Hirakawa are taking part in the test, with Oliver Bearman serving as the benchmark driver.
3. What is Rafael Câmara’s current position in the Formula 2 championship?
Câmara is currently third in the F2 standings with 145 points, 22 points behind championship leader Nikola Tsolov.
