P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lance Stroll has been left beached in the gravel at the Bahrain International Circuit after a mysterious issue with his Aston Martin.
During the second day of F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain, Lance Stroll experienced a technical issue with his Aston Martin, causing a red flag situation. The problem occurred as he approached Turn 11, leading to a loss of drive and the car going into neutral, resulting in a spin and Stroll being visibly frustrated. Currently in P17, the team is working to return the car to the pit lane for inspection, though it is uncertain if the issue can be resolved quickly for Stroll to continue testing. Aston Martin has faced various setbacks leading up to the 2026 season, including limited running in previous tests and concerns about the car’s aerodynamics and power unit performance. Stroll had expressed concerns about the car being slower than leading teams, while both his and Fernando Alonso’s track time has been limited due to technical issues. The team is in need of extended running to address these challenges before the start of the season.
