Bearman Has Scored 23 of Haas’s 30 Points. Now He Reportedly Wants $6.7 Million

Oliver Bearman has contributed 23 of Haas's 30 points in the 2026 Formula 1 season. According to reports, he is seeking a substantial annual salary of €6 million, approximately $6.7 million, to continue with the team. F1 business writer Marc Limacher cited this figure in an article from Read Motorsport. However, Haas reportedly lacks the financial means to accommodate this request, which has impeded negotiations for a 2027 contract, as previously reported.

Both Bearman and Haas have not publicly confirmed the exact figure. Bearman's current base salary is estimated at around $1 million, placing him among the lowest-paid drivers on the grid. In comparison, drivers like Max Verstappen of Red Bull earn $70 million, Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari earn $60 million, and Kimi Antolin of Mercedes earns $2 million.

Bearman's salary raise would align him with his teammate's estimated earnings. Esteban Ocon, who will leave Haas following this season, has 7 points. The championship leader, Kimi Antolin, has secured nine wins on an estimated $2 million salary. Haas has confirmed the signing of Rafael Cámara from Ferrari as Ocon's replacement for 2027 but has not yet confirmed Bearman's position.

Both teams express a desire to maintain their partnership, but the contractual disagreements remain unresolved. Bearman acknowledged that his current team is the one he aspires to be a part of in the future. However, he also expressed a desire to explore opportunities with top four teams, given his connections with Ferrari. As of now, Ferrari has Charles Leclerc under a long-term contract, while Lewis Hamilton is his teammate.

Haas ranks seventh in the constructors' standings with 30 points, and Bearman's 23 points place him 13th in the drivers' championship. The upcoming race is the Mexico City Grand Prix on November 1, providing another opportunity for both sides to clarify the status of their negotiations.