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Former Haas F1 Team Principal Guenther Steiner has launched a scathing attack on Lance Stroll, questioning the Canadian’s place in the sport after another underwhelming year.
Guenther Steiner, known for his direct opinions, criticized Lance Stroll’s lackluster 2024 Formula 1 season, pointing out his absence from top positions despite being in his seventh F1 year without a victory. Stroll’s performance has been underwhelming with only 24 points, contrasting sharply with his teammate Fernando Alonso’s 64 points. Steiner highlighted Stroll’s tendency to crash, notably in Jeddah and Spa, causing disruptions and red flags. Stroll’s invisibility in races where he falls behind the pace was a major concern for Steiner, who described him as ‘non-existent’. Despite acknowledging Stroll’s financial security, Steiner questioned his motivation and speculated that Stroll might lack drive when the car’s competitiveness is in question. In Steiner’s view, Stroll remains a mysterious presence in F1, standing out more for his absence from discussions rather than his performance on the track.
