Lance Stroll Owner Driver Record
From karting champion to Aston Martin driver, Stroll races under the Canadian flag.
Lance Stroll is a Canadian racing driver who competes in Formula One for Aston Martin. He is the son of billionaire businessman Lawrence Stroll, owner of the Aston Martin F1 Team.
Lore & Background
Stroll began competitive kart racing aged 10, winning several regional and national titles. A member of the Ferrari Driver Academy from 2010 to 2015, he graduated to junior formulae in 2014, winning the Italian F4 Championship that year. He then won the Toyota Racing Series in 2015 and dominated the FIA Formula 3 European Championship. After two seasons at Williams, Stroll signed for Racing Point—which had recently been acquired by his father—in 2019 to partner Sergio Pérez. Stroll remained at the re-branded Aston Martin in 2021, partnered by Sebastian Vettel for two seasons. Stroll has been teammates with Fernando Alonso since 2023.
Reader's Guide
Stroll made his Formula One debut with Williams in 2017, scoring his maiden podium in Azerbaijan that year. He finished a season-best eighth at the same Grand Prix in 2018. After two seasons at Williams, he joined Racing Point in 2019. In 2020, Stroll achieved his maiden pole position at the Turkish Grand Prix, with podiums at the Italian and Sakhir Grands Prix. As of the latest update, Stroll has achieved 1 pole position and 3 podiums in Formula One. He is contracted to remain at Aston Martin until at least the end of the 2026 season.
Did You Know?
- Stroll was born on 29 October 1998 in Montreal, Canada.
- He is of Russian Jewish descent from his father's side.
- Stroll holds both Canadian and Belgian citizenship and speaks English, French, Dutch, and Italian.
- He competed in two editions of the 24 Hours of Daytona, in 2016 and 2018.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is associated with the Lance Stroll Owner Driver Record?
This record belongs to Lance Stroll, who serves as both a racing driver and a shareholder for the Aston Martin Cognizant F1 Team. He represents the modern continuation of family ownership within Formula One through his father's acquisition of the team.
What role does this record define for Lance Stroll?
It highlights his unique position as an active competitor who also holds a financial stake in the constructor he races for. Unlike most drivers, he is directly linked to the leadership and ownership structure of the organization.
When did the Lance Stroll Owner Driver Record begin?
The arrangement started during the 2018 season following Lawrence Stroll's purchase of the Force India assets. This acquisition allowed for the rebranding into Aston Martin F1 Team with Lance securing a drive in the lineup.
What is the current status of this record?
Lance Stroll remains an active driver for the team while his father continues as the primary owner and principal figure. The record stands as an ongoing chapter in Aston Martin's resurgence within Formula One racing.
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