Haas is giving Ryo Hirakawa a Formula 1 race debut in Mexico on Sunday after announcing abruptly Saturday that he would replace veteran Esteban Ocon. Esteban Ocon has been suddenly replaced, without explanation, by Haas with Ryo Hirakawa for the Mexico City Grand Prix. Ryo Hirakawa will race in Esteban Ocon's place at Haas at the Mexican Grand Prix following the Frenchman's shock exit from the event.