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Lance Stroll opens up on F1 backlash: ‘I only value opinions from people I trust’
Lance Stroll, despite facing criticism throughout his F1 career, values opinions only from trusted individuals, not paying heed to detractors. Since his debut in 2017, Stroll has been under intense scrutiny, although he has achieved notable successes, including a podium finish in his rookie season in Azerbaijan. Particularly impressive was his pole position in the 2020 Turkish Grand Prix. While 2025 has been challenging for Stroll, he has managed to earn points close to his more experienced teammate, Fernando Alonso. Looking ahead to 2026, Stroll remains with Aston Martin, supported by an enhanced technical team amid high expectations for his performance next year.
