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Lance Stroll’s Last-Minute Withdrawal Leaves Aston Martin Struggling at F1 Spanish GP

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
June 1, 2025
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Lance Stroll’s Last-Minute Withdrawal Leaves Aston Martin Struggling at F1 Spanish GP

Formula One F1 - Spanish Grand Prix - Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain - May 31, 2025 Aston Martin's Lance Stroll during qualifying REUTERS/Bruna Casas

Aston Martin F1 Faces Major Setback as Lance Stroll’s Replacement Blocked for Spanish GP

In a shocking turn of events, Aston Martin F1 was left reeling as driver Lance Stroll had to withdraw from the Spanish Grand Prix due to lingering pain in his hand and wrist. This discomfort stems from a medical procedure following a cycling accident before the 2023 season began. Despite potential replacements like Felipe Drugovich, the 2022 F2 champion, and seasoned driver Valtteri Bottas, strict regulations prevented Aston Martin from making a switch.

According to Article 32.1 of the regulations, teams are only allowed a maximum of four drivers in races throughout a season. The rules dictate that driver changes cannot occur after qualifying at a standard Grand Prix weekend, such as the one in Barcelona. This restriction left Aston Martin in a bind as Stroll’s withdrawal came after qualifying had concluded, making it impossible to substitute him for the race.

Aston Martin’s Chief Trackside Officer, Mike Krack, expressed the team’s predicament, stating, “Over the course of the past six weeks Lance has been experiencing pain in his hand and wrist, which his medical consultant believes is in relation to the procedure he underwent in 2023.” While the team acknowledged the mounting issue, the late timing of Stroll’s withdrawal posed insurmountable challenges in finding a replacement for the Spanish GP.

With the next round in Canada on the horizon, Aston Martin might have another opportunity to address Stroll’s health concerns and potentially make a driver change if necessary. The team remains hopeful for Stroll’s swift recovery but is prepared to navigate the stringent regulations to ensure compliance in future races.

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