Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll Cleared for Canadian GP After Wrist Surgery
Formula 1 driver Lance Stroll has been given the green light to participate in the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix after undergoing wrist surgery. The RacingNews365 has learned that Stroll, who experienced mounting pain in his right wrist during the Barcelona race, had to withdraw on medical grounds. The Canadian driver sought immediate medical attention upon his return to the garage, leading to his exclusion from the race.
Stroll’s wrist issues stem from a cycling accident in 2023, which caused him to miss pre-season testing. Despite returning for the season-opener in Bahrain and finishing sixth, Stroll admitted to struggling with intense wrist pain during the race. The specific details of his recent surgery have not been disclosed, but it is known that Dr. Xavier Mir, a renowned surgeon in motorsport, performed the procedure. Mir had previously operated on Stroll in 2023 and has extensive experience in treating hand and wrist injuries in motorsport, particularly in MotoGP.
With Stroll expected to make a comeback for his home race in Montreal, reserve driver Felipe Drugovich is likely to step aside and focus on his participation in the Le Mans event, which coincides with the Canadian GP weekend. In the event that Stroll is unable to race in Montreal, Aston Martin may call upon Mercedes reserve driver Valtteri Bottas, who carries a five-place grid penalty for an incident in the 2024 season finale.
The anticipation surrounding Stroll’s return to the track adds an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix. Fans are eager to see how the Aston Martin driver will perform following his recovery from wrist surgery. Stay tuned for more updates as the race weekend approaches!