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Aston Martin believes it has two drivers in Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso who are offering different but complementary strengths as the team prepares for Formula 1’s major reset in 2026. Chief Technical Officer Enrico Cardile has explained how Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll contribute to the development process in contrasting ways, with Stroll’s concise […]
Aston Martin believes Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso offer different but complementary strengths as the team prepares for Formula 1’s major reset in 2026. Chief Technical Officer Enrico Cardile highlighted how Alonso’s experience and Stroll’s sharp feedback contribute to the development process in contrasting ways. Despite the upcoming introduction of new regulations, Alonso’s past comparisons and memories remain valuable for Aston Martin for evaluating similar car concepts or behaviors. Stroll, being a ‘very talented guy’ with concise and focused feedback, is likened to the minimalistic communication style of Kimi Räikkönen. With their aligned, yet varied sensibilities, Aston Martin sees Alonso and Stroll as an ideal driver pairing to navigate F1’s forthcoming transformation. The team gears up for a new era with the 2026 regulations and technical leadership of Adrian Newey, aiming for success with their diverse and capable drivers.
