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Esteban Ocon

Esteban Ocon is a French racing driver who has competed in Formula One since 2016.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Esteban Ocon is a French racing driver who has competed in Formula One since 2016. He won the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix with Alpine and has also won the FIA Formula 3 European Championship and the GP3 Series.

Early life and junior career

Ocon was born in Évreux, France, on 17 September 1996. He progressed through junior formulae, winning the 2014 FIA Formula 3 European Championship and the 2015 GP3 Series.

Formula One career

He debuted in Formula One with Manor at the 2016 Belgian Grand Prix and later drove for Force India, Racing Point, Renault, Alpine and Haas. Sources agree that he returned to the grid with Renault in 2020 and moved to Haas for 2025.

First Grand Prix victory

Ocon took his first Formula One win at the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix, driving for Alpine. That result is widely described as a breakthrough moment in his career and Alpine's first victory.

Racing record and recognition

Across his Formula One career, Ocon has been known for progressing through a Mercedes-linked development path and for collecting podiums and points with multiple teams. Some sources also note record-related milestones and his continued presence as a full-time driver into 2026.

Key facts

  • Ocon won the FIA Formula 3 European Championship in 2014 and the GP3 Series in 2015.
  • He made his Formula One debut at the 2016 Belgian Grand Prix for Manor.
  • He scored his first Formula One victory at the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix with Alpine.
  • He joined Haas for the 2025 Formula One season.
  • He has been associated with Mercedes as a junior and reserve driver earlier in his career.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Esteban Ocon?
Esteban Ocon is a French Formula One driver who has competed in the championship since 2016 and won the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix.
What is Esteban Ocon's full name?
His full name is Esteban José Jean-Pierre Ocon-Khelfane.
When did Esteban Ocon debut in Formula One?
He made his Formula One debut at the 2016 Belgian Grand Prix for Manor.
What was Esteban Ocon's first Formula One win?
His first Formula One victory came at the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix with Alpine.
Which junior titles did Esteban Ocon win?
He won the FIA Formula 3 European Championship in 2014 and the GP3 Series in 2015.
Which team does Esteban Ocon drive for?
As of the 2025 season and continuing into 2026 in the sources provided, he drives for Haas F1 Team.

References

  1. Formula1.com — https://www.formula1.com/en/drivers/esteban-ocon
    Supports: Date and place of birth; current Haas team listing.
  2. German Wikipedia — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Esteban_Ocon
    Supports: Full name; birth date; nationality; championships; first F1 win; Haas from 2025.
  3. Spanish Wikipedia — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Esteban_Ocon
    Supports: Formula One debut; teams; Alpine victory; Haas move.
  4. Haas F1 Team — https://www.haasf1team.com/season/team/esteban-ocon
    Supports: Nationality; first Alpine victory; Haas joining context.
  5. Formula1.com — https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/esteban-ocon-on-his-journey-to-f1-and-childhood-karting-battles-with.4RoyGIQzsgdkjuP3vwPxXd
    Supports: GP3 title; F3 title; junior career progression.
  6. Esteban Ocon official site — https://www.esteban-ocon.com/
    Supports: Career overview; 2025 season statistics; Ferrari/Haas-era context.