Lance Stroll harbor extra motivation this weekend. He cums at home. And for that reason she wants to show off. The Canadian competitor is showing a lot of fortitude in the face of persistent criticism. It’s what he has to be the son of the owner (Lawrence) of Aston Martin.
In 2023 he beat him clearly Fernando Alonso and in this course history is repeating itself. However, it is not like the previous year in which the two-time world champion achieved no less than eight podiums (he finished fourth in the final general classification; The difference between the two was 206 points compared to the 74 of ’18’).
In 2024, things are going worse for the green racing squad. And that, obviously, is affecting the ’14’ that has only been able to accumulate 33 points to date. The man from Oviedo occupies ninth place, while Stroll is eleventh with 11.
The best of each one in 2024
The fifth achieved in Saudi Arabia It has been the best result obtained by Fernando so far this campaign. In qualy he achieved a creditable third in China. For his part, Lance had the most outstanding performance of him in the Australian Grand Prix. At Albert Park he was ninth on Saturday and sixth on Sunday.
He defends himself against criticism
The respect between both drivers is evident. In fact, from Alonso’s point of view, it is worth noting that he has always respected the Canadian’s position. He has never attacked him. And when he talks about his garage neighbor he always does so in glowing terms.
Stroll speaks with Alonso at his side.
Meanwhile, Stroll also shows his appreciation for Alonso both on and off the track. But now the Montreal event arrives and the ’18’ intends to vindicate himself, something of overwhelming logic. He shows his pride in the face of the cataract of reproaches he must endure for having the parent he has..
I’m used to being criticized; I speak on the track
Lance Stroll (Aston Martin driver)
“I’m used to being criticized. It’s always been that way in my career. I’ve dealt with this over the years, but my thing is to talk on the court“, indicates in statements collected by TSN.
Comparing himself with Alonso
And when compared to Alonso he points out: “Fernando is a two-time world champion (he was crowned with Renault in 2005 and 2006) and People see him as one of the best drivers in F1, and the truth is that we are 4-4 in qualifying this year. “The points are a little tricky because sometimes you can have breakdowns… That sometimes differentiates the points at the end of the season.”
Alonso is a two-time world champion and people see him as one of the best drivers in F1, and the truth is that we are 4-4 in qualifying this year
Lance Stroll (Aston Martin driver)
On this matter he adds: “I look at my last weekends and I think they have been strong. When I look at the pace at the moment and the speed, as I said, we are 4-4 in qualifying. People say that Fernando is super good and I beat him the last weekendsso take it however you want.”
Aspires to remain green in 2025
On the other hand, Stroll plans to continue wearing green in 2025. “That’s my plan. It’s still early and there are things to decide for next year, but I am very committed to this project and I want to continue here,” he adds.
What can you get this weekend?
Finally, the Canadian does not believe they are in a position to achieve a podium this weekend. “Realistically, I don’t think we’re in a position to aspire to a box at the moment.”. Last year we were sure we could do it. In 2023 around this time we had a really fast car. This weekend I think if we score points it will be a good weekend for us,” he concludes.
