P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ex-Formula 1 driver Pedro de la Rosa believes there’s no reason for Lance Stroll to vacate Aston Martin’s line-up as
Lance Stroll has faced challenges at the start of the current racing season, failing to advance from Q1 in Japan while his teammate Alonso clinched fifth place. Aston Martin is currently fifth in the Constructors’ standings, with Stroll earning nine points compared to Alonso’s 24. Despite criticisms, Stroll’s position is secured due to his father’s ownership of the team since mid-2018. Suggestions for an all-Spanish driver pairing have been raised, with Carlos Sainz potentially replacing Stroll. However, Aston Martin ambassador de la Rosa defended Stroll’s performance, highlighting instances where he outperformed Alonso. De la Rosa emphasized the importance of team stability and continuity, especially with Aston Martin’s expansion and development efforts.
