F1 driver in talks with Ferrari: I want them to understand what’s going on

British driver Oliver Berman said he regularly discusses his performance in Formula 1 with Ferrari team boss Fred Vasser.

Berman is preparing for his second season in F1 with Haas after a successful first year in 2025. Despite being contracted to Haas, Berman is part of Ferrari’s youth academy and has previously been floated as a potential candidate to join the team should a position become available.

The pilot emphasizes that his discussions with Vasser concern only his current job behind the wheel and not his future place at Ferrari.

“Sometimes we exchange ideas about the challenges I’ve faced this season,” Berman said.

This is an open dialogue. I want them to understand what’s going on from my perspective because on paper you only see the result and that doesn’t always show the whole picture. The future is not discussed in the conversations. “I’m just driving the car and it will be decided whether I show a good level or not.”

Berman already had the opportunity to drive for Ferrari when he replaced the ailing Carlos Sainz at the 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

Now a full-fledged racing driver, he gets advice from Ferrari on what he should work on in his driving.

“There is no feedback, positive or negative. I just discuss the difficulties I encountered. Future regulations are also important: I have the same engine as Ferrari. Sometimes they point out areas that need improvement. But for me it is a natural process; I get better as I gain experience.”