Australian GP will be postponed, says Aston Martin team owner Stroll
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian GP will be postponed, says Aston Martin team owner Stroll

The Hindu  

The Australian Grand Prix will be postponed to the back end of the Formula One season with Bahrain replacing it as the opening race in March, Aston Martin team owner Lawrence Stroll told Reuters. Formula One teams agreed the change in a virtual meeting with Formula One's new chief executive Stefano Domenicali on Monday. Last season's race calendar had to be re-written due to the global pandemic, with an eventual 17 rounds in Europe and the Middle East and some circuits including Bahrain hosting two grands prix. Stroll, also executive chairman of sportscar maker Aston Martin which is returning to F1 as a constructor for the first time in 60 years in a rebranding of the Racing Point team, expected lingering difficulties.

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Lance Stroll apologizes for conduct at Qatar GP and receives written warning from FIA
1 year, 2 months ago

Lance Stroll apologizes for conduct at Qatar GP and receives written warning from FIA

Associated Press  

LONDON — Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll apologized to Formula One’s governing body and received a written warning Friday for his conduct at the Qatar Grand Prix, where he shoved a member of his team in frustration after an early exit in qualifying. Stroll was knocked out in the first qualifying session last Friday and then angrily threw his steering …

Stroll under FIA scrutiny for Qatar GP incidents
1 year, 2 months ago

Stroll under FIA scrutiny for Qatar GP incidents

The Hindu  

Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll is being investigated by Formula One’s governing body for possible rules breaches at last weekend’s Qatar Grand Prix. An FIA spokesman said the governing body’s compliance officer was “in discussion” with the Canadian “in relation to several incidents that may have contravened FIA rules, policies and procedures”. Stroll, son of team owner Lawrence, failed to …

Lance Stroll SHOVES his performance coach after struggling to a dismal 17th in qualifying for the Qatar Grand Prix, lagging over a second behind Aston Martin teammate Fernando Alonso
1 year, 2 months ago

Lance Stroll SHOVES his performance coach after struggling to a dismal 17th in qualifying for the Qatar Grand Prix, lagging over a second behind Aston Martin teammate Fernando Alonso

Daily Mail  

Struggling Lance Stroll angrily shoved his performance coach aside after qualifying a dismal 17th for the Qatar Grand Prix. The Canadian has been blown away by his Aston Martin team-mate Fernando Alonso all season – and was so again at Lusail International Circuit, with the Spaniard qualifying a chastening fourth. Stroll’s future at Aston Martin has come into focus in …

Aston Martin team owner Lawrence Stroll is against new team Andretti joining F1 grid.
1 year, 2 months ago

Aston Martin team owner Lawrence Stroll is against new team Andretti joining F1 grid.

The Hindu  

Aston Martin team owner Lawrence Stroll on Thursday made clear he does not support the American-based Andretti Cadillac Racing team’s bid to enter Formula One. The Canadian billionaire said the sport had no need for an additional team to strengthen the grid despite their application having been approved by the FIA, motorsport’s governing body. So, I’m a strong believer that …

Lance Stroll Out Of Singapore GP Following Horror Crash In Qualifying
1 year, 3 months ago

Lance Stroll Out Of Singapore GP Following Horror Crash In Qualifying

News 18  

Lance Stroll pulled out of the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday, hours before the race was due to begin, following a huge crash in qualifying that destroyed his Aston Martin. BREAKING: Lance Stroll will not participate in Sunday’s race in SingaporeAston Martin say Lance is “still sore” following a high-impact crash in qualifying#SingaporeGP #F1 pic.twitter.com/V70uj0Hbd5 — Formula 1 September 17, …

Sore Lance Stroll will sit out the Singapore Grand Prix after a heavy crash in qualifying
1 year, 3 months ago

Sore Lance Stroll will sit out the Singapore Grand Prix after a heavy crash in qualifying

Associated Press  

SINGAPORE — Aston Martin said Sunday that Lance Stroll will sit out the Singapore Grand Prix after a heavy crash in qualifying left the Canadian driver sore. Stroll was able to walk away but Aston Martin said that the “team face a huge job repairing the car today and Lance is still sore following such a high impact.” He will …

Lance Stroll to miss Singapore GP after qualifying crash
1 year, 3 months ago

Lance Stroll to miss Singapore GP after qualifying crash

The Hindu  

Canadian Formula One driver Lance Stroll will miss Sunday’s Singapore Grand Prix after his heavy crash in qualifying, his Aston Martin team said. Stroll was able to climb unaided from his car on Saturday but Aston said in a statement that he was still sore and the team also faced a huge job repairing the car in time for the …

WATCH: Lance Stroll survives horrific crash at Singapore Grand Prix Qualifying
1 year, 3 months ago

WATCH: Lance Stroll survives horrific crash at Singapore Grand Prix Qualifying

India TV News  

Formula 1 team Aston Martin's driver Lance Stroll survived a horrifying crash at the Singapore Grand Prix 2023 Qualifying round on Saturday, September 16. Ferrari's Carlos Sainz takes the pole for the second consecutive race while his teammate Charles Leclerc starts from the no.3 position. Mercedes' star George Russell continues his good form as he takes the second place on …

Canadian Formula One Grand Prix: Hope to see both Lance and Alonso on the podium, says Lawrence Stroll
1 year, 6 months ago

Canadian Formula One Grand Prix: Hope to see both Lance and Alonso on the podium, says Lawrence Stroll

The Hindu  

Aston Martin team owner Lawrence Stroll hopes to see both his son Lance and Fernando Alonso on the podium at his home Canadian Formula One Grand Prix in Montreal this weekend despite Red Bull’s dominance. Red Bull has won all seven races so far this season, with double world champion and last year’s Canadian GP winner Max Verstappen taking five …

F1: Stroll to return for Bahrain Grand Prix after injury
1 year, 9 months ago

F1: Stroll to return for Bahrain Grand Prix after injury

Associated Press  

SAKHIR, Bahrain — Lance Stroll is set to drive for Aston Martin at the Bahrain Grand Prix this week after missing Formula One preseason testing due to a wrist injury. “However, given the injury to my wrist, the team and I felt it was best to focus on recovery so that I would be ready for this weekend and the …

Formula 1: Lance Stroll to return for Bahrain Grand Prix after wrist injury
1 year, 9 months ago

Formula 1: Lance Stroll to return for Bahrain Grand Prix after wrist injury

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Reserve driver Felipe Drugovich replaced Stroll as the teammate to Fernando Alonso in testing after the Canadian’s accident while training in Spain Sakhir, Bahrain: Lance Stroll is set to drive for Aston Martin at the Bahrain Grand Prix this week after missing pre-season testing due to a wrist injury. Reserve driver Felipe Drugovich replaced Stroll as the teammate to Fernando …

'We Were Slightly Faster,' Fernando Alonso Makes A Big Claim Ahead Of Bahrain GP
1 year, 9 months ago

'We Were Slightly Faster,' Fernando Alonso Makes A Big Claim Ahead Of Bahrain GP

News 18  

Spanish Formula One driver Fernando Alonso moved to Aston Martin from Renault-owned Alpine at the end of the last season. It might still be too early to talk about Alonso’s title prospects this season but Aston Martin seemed in fine touch during the pre-season testing in Bahrain at the end of last week. Alonso has reportedly claimed that Aston Martin …

Formula 1: Felipe Drugovich to race in Bahrain GP if Lance Stroll not fit
1 year, 9 months ago

Formula 1: Felipe Drugovich to race in Bahrain GP if Lance Stroll not fit

The Hindu  

Brazilian Felipe Drugovich will make his Formula One race debut in next weekend’s Bahrain season-opener if Lance Stroll cannot return in time from a cycling injury, Aston Martin said on Sunday. Stroll missed the three-day pre-season test from Thursday to Saturday at Bahrain’s Sakhir circuit with reserve driver Drugovich doing 117 laps as a stand-in alongside double world champion Alonso. …

Aston Martin Driver Lance Stroll Ruled Out of Formula One Testing After Bicycle Accident
1 year, 10 months ago

Aston Martin Driver Lance Stroll Ruled Out of Formula One Testing After Bicycle Accident

News 18  

Lance Stroll has been ruled out of pre-season Formula One testing this week after he was injured in a bicycle accident, the Aston Martin team said Monday. I am motivated to bounce back from this setback as quickly as possible.” Aston Martin didn’t say who might take Stroll’s place when three days of testing begin Thursday in Bahrain. Stroll’s teammate …

Lance Stroll to miss F1 testing after bicycle accident
1 year, 10 months ago

Lance Stroll to miss F1 testing after bicycle accident

The Hindu  

Canadian Lance Stroll will miss Formula One’s three-day pre-season test in Bahrain this week after sustaining injuries in a bicycle accident in Spain, his Aston Martin team said on Monday. Aston Martin did not give details about what it called a minor accident but said Stroll, son of team owner Lawrence, was expecting to make a quick recovery. Aston Martin’s …

F1 joy for Mercedes as Russell tops Brazilian GP sprint race
2 years, 1 month ago

F1 joy for Mercedes as Russell tops Brazilian GP sprint race

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Formula One team Mercedes had a day to remember at the Brazilian Grand Prix on Saturday. Mercedes driver George Russell will start Sunday in pole position after winning the sprint race at Interlagos — his team’s first win of the season — with teammate Lewis Hamilton also in the front row, while Alpine drivers Fernando Alonso and …

Formula One: 'Ambitious' Fernando Alonso to replace Sebastian Vettel at Aston Martin
2 years, 4 months ago

Formula One: 'Ambitious' Fernando Alonso to replace Sebastian Vettel at Aston Martin

Firstpost  

Fernando Alonso said he “intends to win again” after Aston Martin announced Monday that he would be joining the team on a multi-year contract from 2023 London: Veteran Spanish Formula One driver Fernando Alonso said he “intends to win again” after Aston Martin announced Monday that he would be joining the team on a multi-year contract from 2023. The double …

Aston Martin serious about building own engine, says Stroll
2 years, 9 months ago

Aston Martin serious about building own engine, says Stroll

The Hindu  

Aston Martin is serious about building its own Formula One engine from 2026 with Saudi backer Aramco, team owner Lawrence Stroll said on Tuesday. The Silverstone-based team, which is constructing a new factory and expanding its staff, last month announced a long-term partnership with the Saudi state-owned energy giant. "We're quite serious," Canadian billionaire Stroll told Reuters in a video …

Vettel looking for winning feeling from new Aston Martin F1 challenger
2 years, 10 months ago

Vettel looking for winning feeling from new Aston Martin F1 challenger

The Hindu  

Four-times champion Sebastian Vettel’s Formula One future will depend on whether his new 2022 Aston Martin challenger can carry him back to the top step of the podium, the German said on Thursday. Aston Martin finished seventh out of 10 teams last year, with Vettel scoring the team’s best result with a second-place finish in Azerbaijan. However, the 2022 season …

Mike Krack joins Aston Martin as F1 team principal
2 years, 11 months ago

Mike Krack joins Aston Martin as F1 team principal

The Hindu  

The Aston Martin Formula One team appointed former BMW Motorsport head Mike Krack on January 14 as their new principal following the departure of Otmar Szafnauer. The move means he will work again with four times world champion Sebastian Vettel, who made his Formula One debut with BMW-Sauber in 2007 and races for Aston Martin along with Canadian Lance Stroll. …

Formula 1: Aston Martin announce exit of team principal Otmar Szafnauer
2 years, 11 months ago

Formula 1: Aston Martin announce exit of team principal Otmar Szafnauer

Firstpost  

His departure had been mooted during the Brazilian Grand Prix in November but he had denied at the time he had plans to step down. London: Otmar Szafnauer has stepped down as team principal of Aston Martin, the Silverstone-based Formula One team announced on Wednesday. “We would like to thank him for the service provided to the team over the …

Aston Martin announces exit of F1 principal Szafnauer
2 years, 11 months ago

Aston Martin announces exit of F1 principal Szafnauer

The Hindu  

Otmar Szafnauer has left the Aston Martin Formula One team, where he was chief executive officer and principal but recently fended off speculation he could be heading to Renault-owned rivals Alpine. Silverstone-based Aston Martin, owned by Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll, said in a statement that a leadership team would take over until a replacement was appointed. "We would like to …

F1: Aston Martin's Szafnauer grilled about possible Alpine move
3 years, 1 month ago

F1: Aston Martin's Szafnauer grilled about possible Alpine move

The Hindu  

Aston Martin Formula One principal Otmar Szafnauer said he had a long-term contract and no intention of leaving as he faced a grilling in Brazil on Friday about reports that he could move to Renault-owned rivals Alpine. Silverstone-based Aston Martin, owned by Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll, has recently brought in former McLaren team boss Martin Whitmarsh as group chief executive, …

Andretti entering F1 would be a logical move, says Stroll
3 years, 2 months ago

Andretti entering F1 would be a logical move, says Stroll

The Hindu  

U.S.-based Andretti Autosport would be a great addition to Formula One if reported takeover talks with Sauber come to fruition, according to Aston Martin's billionaire Canadian owner Lawrence Stroll. The Silverstone-based Formula One team he bought in 2018 now competes as Aston Martin, and Stroll has big plans for the future. Stroll said Formula One's introduction of a budget cap …

Former McLaren team boss Whitemarsh returns to Formula One
3 years, 3 months ago

Former McLaren team boss Whitemarsh returns to Formula One

The Hindu  

Former McLaren team principal Martin Whitmarsh is returning to Formula One in October in a new senior management role with Silverstone-based Aston Martin. The team, owned by Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll, said in a statement on Tuesday that Whitmarsh had been appointed Group CEO of a newly-created Aston Martin Performance Technologies, which will include the F1 team. — Aston Martin …

Formula 1: Aston Martin retain Sebastian Vettel, Lance Stroll for 2022 season
3 years, 3 months ago

Formula 1: Aston Martin retain Sebastian Vettel, Lance Stroll for 2022 season

Firstpost  

Aston Martin, formerly known as Racing Point, currently sit seventh in the constructors’ championship, with Vettel recording their best result — finishing second in Azerbaijan. London: Aston Martin on Thursday announced an unchanged driver line-up for the 2022 Formula One season, with four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel and Lance Stroll both retained. The team, formerly known as Racing Point, currently …

Aston Martin Retain Sebastian Vettel and Lance Stroll for 2022 Formula One Season
3 years, 3 months ago

Aston Martin Retain Sebastian Vettel and Lance Stroll for 2022 Formula One Season

News 18  

Aston Martin on Thursday announced an unchanged driver line-up for the 2022 Formula One season, with four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel and Lance Stroll both retained. The team, formerly known as Racing Point, currently sit seventh in the constructors’ championship, with Vettel recording their best result — finishing second in Azerbaijan. The 2022 season will see an overhaul of technical …

Aston Martin breaks ground on new Silverstone F1 factory
3 years, 3 months ago

Aston Martin breaks ground on new Silverstone F1 factory

The Hindu  

Aston Martin has started work on a new Formula One factory and wind tunnel that team owner Lawrence Stroll said underpins his commitment to the sport and aim of fighting for world championships in the next three to five years. The Canadian billionaire told reporters the Silverstone factory and 'campus' would cost 150-200 million pounds and be the most sustainable …

F1: Aston Martin aims to fight for titles in four or five years
3 years, 5 months ago

F1: Aston Martin aims to fight for titles in four or five years

The Hindu  

Aston Martin owner Lawrence Stroll expects to be able to fight for Formula One titles in four or five years' time after investing heavily in his Silverstone-based team. "We're going to do whatever it takes, within the rules obviously," added the Canadian, whose 22-year-old son Lance races for a team whose name changed from Racing Point at the end of …

Whatever it takes – Lawrence Stroll determined to lead Aston Martin to F1 glory
3 years, 5 months ago

Whatever it takes – Lawrence Stroll determined to lead Aston Martin to F1 glory

The Independent  

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Australian Grand Prix Formula 1 race cancelled in November
3 years, 5 months ago

Australian Grand Prix Formula 1 race cancelled in November

India TV News  

The Australian Grand Prix has been canceled after local organizers and Formula One couldn't come up with a compromise over Australia's strict travel and quarantine issues relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s very disappointing that these much-loved events can’t proceed but this is the reality of the pandemic, but until we get much higher vaccination rates we cannot return to …

Formula 1 2021: Turkish GP cancelled due to growing COVID-19 threat, F1 adds second race in Austria
3 years, 7 months ago

Formula 1 2021: Turkish GP cancelled due to growing COVID-19 threat, F1 adds second race in Austria

Firstpost  

Formula One chiefs, forced into another change due to Covid-19 protocols, announced that they will instead return to the sport’s safe haven of Austria. “The promoter has requested that we look at the potential opportunity for the race to be rescheduled later in the season if possible, alongside China who made the same request earlier this year.” Formula One confirmed …

Formula One: Turkish Grand Prix Cancelled, Replaced by Second Austrian GP
3 years, 7 months ago

Formula One: Turkish Grand Prix Cancelled, Replaced by Second Austrian GP

News 18  

The Turkish Grand Prix, which was only drafted onto the Formula One calendar as a replacement for the cancelled Canada GP two weeks ago, was itself axed on Friday. “The promoter has requested that we look at the potential opportunity for the race to be rescheduled later in the season if possible, alongside China who made the same request earlier …

Aston Martin owner Stroll hints at Hamilton approach
3 years, 9 months ago

Aston Martin owner Stroll hints at Hamilton approach

China Daily  

An Aston Martin logo is pictured at the company's factory in Saint Athan, Wales, Britain, Dec 6, 2019. Canadian fashion billionaire Lawrence Stroll is leading Aston Martin's return to Formula 1 after a 61-year absence－a comeback he calls the "biggest thing to happen to the sport in decades". Stroll, who last year paid $250 million for a 17 percent stake …

Aston Martin Returns to F1: Sebastian Vettel and Lance Stroll Will be Driving This Shiny Green Car
3 years, 9 months ago

Aston Martin Returns to F1: Sebastian Vettel and Lance Stroll Will be Driving This Shiny Green Car

News 18  

Aston Martin are back in Formula One after 61 years and ahead of the upcoming 2021 season, they released the car that their drivers will be racing in on Wednesday. Apart from the unveiling of the car, the new racing pair of Sebastian Vettel and Lance Stroll were Aston Martin F1 team has been rebranded from Racing Point after owner …

Formula 1 2021: Australian GP set to be postponed amid growing Covid-19 concerns
3 years, 11 months ago

Formula 1 2021: Australian GP set to be postponed amid growing Covid-19 concerns

The Hindu  

Australian Grand Prix organisers and officials are discussing the schedule for the race with Formula One management, a government spokesman said on Tuesday, amid speculation the season-opener will be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "Discussions between the Australian Grand Prix Corporation, the government and Formula One management about the Formula One calendar for 2021 are ongoing," a Victoria state …

Aston Martin returns to the Formula 1 grid for 2021 season
3 years, 11 months ago

Aston Martin returns to the Formula 1 grid for 2021 season

India Today  

The Aston Martin name is back in Grand Prix racing for the first time in six decades. The Aston Martin Formula One Team will make its race debut in Melbourne, Australia, on March 21, 2021, marking a return to top-flight single-seater competition for the luxury carmaker. The Aston Martin Formula One Team will take the great British brand to new …

Racing Point says Stroll needs 'a bit of a hug'  - motorsport news - sportstar
4 years, 1 month ago

Racing Point says Stroll needs 'a bit of a hug'  - motorsport news - sportstar

The Hindu  

Lance Stroll needs "a bit of a hug" to recover lost form and confidence after recent crashes and contracting COVID-19, according to his Racing Point team's technical director Andrew Green. The 22-year-old Canadian Formula One driver, son of team owner Lawrence, has not scored in five races since he finished third in the September 6 Italian Grand Prix at Monza. …

Stroll deserves his place alongside Vettel, says Szafnauer - Sportstar - Sports news
4 years, 3 months ago

Stroll deserves his place alongside Vettel, says Szafnauer - Sportstar - Sports news

The Hindu  

Canadian Lance Stroll deserves his place alongside Sebastian Vettel at Aston Martin next season irrespective of his father Lawrence owning the Formula One team, principal Otmar Szafnauer said on Friday. Racing Point, which becomes Aston Martin F1 next year, announced on Thursday that four times world champion Vettel will join from Ferrari in 2021, taking the place of Mexican Sergio …

Vettel to join Aston Martin F1 team from 2021 - Sports News - Sportstar
4 years, 3 months ago

Vettel to join Aston Martin F1 team from 2021 - Sports News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Four-time Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel will race for Aston Martin, the new name for the Canadian-owned Racing Point team, on a multi-year deal after leaving Ferrari at the end of the season. I'm extremely proud to say that I will become an Aston Martin driver in 2021,” Vettel said in a team statement ahead of Sunday's Tuscan Grand …

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