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Lance Stroll has received a significant verdict regarding his future at Aston Martin after the team made a key driver announcement for the 2025 Formula 1 season.
Aston Martin enters the 2025 campaign with high expectations, especially with the anticipated arrival of renowned design engineer Adrian Newey from Red Bull, and the appointment of a new team principal after a major restructuring. The team is hoping for a marked improvement following a disappointing 2024 season, where they finished fifth in the Constructors’ Championship, failing to secure a podium position all year.
While two-time world champion Fernando Alonso had a solid season, finishing ninth in the Drivers’ Championship with 70 points, Stroll struggled significantly. The 26-year-old Canadian, whose father, Lawrence Stroll, owns the team, ended the season 13th in the standings with only 24 points. This was a stark contrast to Alonso’s performance, as the Spaniard managed to secure eight podiums and finished fourth in the Drivers’ Championship with 74 points, showcasing a considerable gap in performance between the two drivers.
In 2023, the disparity between Stroll and Alonso was equally evident. Alonso’s impressive form helped the team claim several podiums, while Stroll ended the year in 10th place with 74 points. Despite his underwhelming results, Stroll’s position at Aston Martin appears secure for now, thanks to his father’s ownership and his rolling contract. However, the signing of Felipe Drugovich as the team’s reserve driver for 2025 may signal a potential shift in the team’s driver lineup.
Drugovich, the 2022 Formula 2 champion, has been working as Aston Martin’s test and reserve driver since 2022 and will continue in this role next season. Despite participating in several practice sessions, the Brazilian has not yet made his Formula 1 debut. His re-signing has led to speculation that he could replace Stroll in the future, especially considering Stroll’s lackluster performances.
A recent GPFans poll revealed overwhelming support for Drugovich’s promotion to a full-time seat alongside Alonso. An impressive 98% of respondents believe that Drugovich should be given the chance to race for Aston Martin in 2025, while the remaining 2% think he should replace Alonso. Notably, none of the respondents voted against Drugovich joining the team. This result highlights the growing pressure on Stroll’s position, as many fans feel that Drugovich could offer better performance and results for the team.
With these developments, the future of Lance Stroll at Aston Martin appears uncertain, as the team looks to strengthen its lineup for the upcoming season.
