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Former F1 racer Ralf Schumacher has said that Lance Stroll’s performances are ‘no longer acceptable’.
Former F1 racer Ralf Schumacher criticized Lance Stroll’s performances as “no longer acceptable,” citing Stroll’s lackluster results since 2017.
Stroll, who has been with F1 since 2017 and secured three podium finishes, currently races for his father’s team, Aston Martin, alongside Fernando Alonso.
Despite being with Aston Martin for three seasons, Stroll has consistently been outperformed by Alonso, with the experienced Spaniard overshadowing him in all aspects.
Although Stroll managed to secure 33 points in 2025, he was consistently outqualified by Alonso throughout the season, raising concerns about his future in the sport.
Schumacher expressed disbelief at Stroll retaining his seat, especially considering the impressive performances of F2 champion Leonardo Fornaroli, hinting at a possible change in the Aston Martin lineup.
With speculations suggesting a shift in Aston Martin’s driver lineup post-2026, fueled by rumors of potential signings like Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda, the team is eyeing championship success under the guidance of new team principal Adrian Newey.
