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Aston Martin provide Lance Stroll health update after Spanish GP absence
Aston Martin has provided an update on Lance Stroll’s health following his absence from the Spanish Grand Prix last Sunday due to hand and wrist pain related to a cycling accident in 2023.
Stroll had to withdraw from the race, resulting in Aston Martin racing with only one car in Barcelona. It remains uncertain if he will recover in time for his home Grand Prix in Canada.
The team confirmed Stroll underwent wrist surgery, but his participation in Montreal is still up in the air. Chief trackside officer Mike Krack stated they are monitoring his condition and conducting further tests.
Krack mentioned that drivers often push through pain to compete, showing their dedication to the sport. The team is waiting for more medical updates before making a decision on Stroll’s participation in the upcoming race.
If Stroll is unable to race, Aston Martin has reserve drivers Felipe Drugovich and Stoffel Vandoorne on standby, with Drugovich expressing his readiness to step in for Formula 1 despite a scheduling clash with the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
