Fernando Alonso praises Lance Stroll’s dedication and commitment as they continue their partnership at Aston Martin F1. The announcement of Stroll’s contract extension beyond 2025 comes as the team prepares for the imminent regulatory change in 2026. Alonso believes that keeping the same driver pairing is a smart move for Aston Martin as they strive to become serious championship contenders. Both drivers have a good working relationship and can rely on their experience to find the best solutions for the team. Alonso is pleased to have a teammate who shares the same goals and focuses on the team’s success rather than individual aspirations. Overall, it is positive news for Aston Martin.
Aston Martin has faced a challenging season as their upgrades have not yielded the expected results, causing the team to fall into the midfield.
Alonso revealed that he and Stroll have maintained constant communication in recent weeks with the aim of helping the team understand their difficulties.
The two-time champion praised the productive connection they have built and believes it has contributed to the overall improvement.
When asked about Stroll’s development as a driver alongside him, Alonso responded positively, stating, “Yes, I believe he has made significant progress. He is incredibly dedicated and committed to his work.”
“He spends a lot of time working in the simulator, and being based in the UK certainly helps. But we are always in ongoing discussions about the team and the car.”
“Even in the past two days, we have been in constant contact on WhatsApp, exchanging long messages after the race in Barcelona. This level of communication is something I have not experienced with previous teammates.”
“He is always open and eager to learn, seeking advice on piloting techniques and different types of circuits.”
“We have also identified, along with the engineers, that there are certain curves where he excels and others where I have an advantage.”
“There are circuits where historically I have done well, and others where Lance has been particularly strong. We strive to understand the reasons behind this.”
“We have noticed a consistent pattern in our preferences for certain curves, and we are always open to learning from each other. We even work together in the simulator to improve these techniques. These aspects are crucial to the team’s success.”
“As I mentioned before, I am committed to this team in the long term, both in my career and in my life. Even when I am not behind the wheel, I hope Lance takes the lead, and I will support him wholeheartedly.”
