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Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll rued choosing a “wrong” rear wing configuration that contributed to his rant over his top-speed deficit
Stroll had a disappointing weekend at Suzuka, where he didn’t make it out of Q1 and only managed to finish 12th in the race, failing to score points for Aston Martin. During the race, he struggled to overtake due to the car’s lack of speed on the straights, leading him to vent his frustration over the team radio. Stroll’s complaints were reminiscent of Fernando Alonso’s famous ‘GP2 engine’ remark from the past. However, Aston Martin Team Principal Mike Krack clarified that Stroll’s difficulties were not due to engine issues but rather to older tires affecting his traction compared to other drivers. Krack explained that small differences in tire conditions can have a significant impact on a car’s performance, causing frustration for drivers like Stroll.
