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Stroll: Aston Martin lack ‘tools to be a top team’
Aston Martin F1 driver Lance Stroll believes his team lacks the necessary tools to compete at the top level in Formula 1.
The team has recently brought on board design legend Adrian Newey as their team principal, with ambitions of becoming championship contenders.
Newey was initially hired as a managing technical partner but has now taken over as team principal, signaling a shift in leadership.
Despite the challenges, Aston Martin has also signed other key figures like Enrico Cardile in their quest for success.
With Fernando Alonso as a teammate, Stroll remains cautious about the team’s immediate prospects but expresses excitement for the future under the new structure.
Newey’s goal is to help Alonso return to winning form and potentially secure more podiums for the team in the upcoming 2026 season.
Alonso’s future with Aston Martin hinges on the team’s performance in 2026, which will determine whether he continues racing beyond his current contract.
