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Ryo Hirakawa Joins Haas F1 as Official Reserve Driver

4/7/2025

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Hirakawa Joins Haas

Ryo Hirakawa is set to make waves as the Official Reserve Driver for the MoneyGram Haas F1 Team in the 2025 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. The 31-year-old Japanese talent, formerly with Alpine, will kick off his journey by participating in four FP1 sessions, beginning in Bahrain. With a rich background in racing, including the World Endurance Championship, Hirakawa is ready to leave his mark.

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Max Verstappen triumphed at the Japanese Grand Prix, claiming his first win of the 2025 Formula 1 season, outpacing McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. In a thrilling turn, Oliver Bearman from MoneyGram Haas F1 Team celebrated a personal best, finishing 10th and securing consecutive points for the team, now positioned sixth in the Constructors' Championship.

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Hirakawa Joins Haas

Ryo Hirakawa is set to make waves as the Official Reserve Driver for the MoneyGram Haas F1 Team in the 2025 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. The 31-year-old Japanese talent, formerly with Alpine, will kick off his journey by participating in four FP1 sessions, beginning in Bahrain. With a rich background in racing, including the World Endurance Championship, Hirakawa is ready to leave his mark.

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