Lance Stroll’s Speed Rivaling Fernando Alonso, Says Pedro de la Rosa
Esteemed former F1 driver Pedro de la Rosa declared that Aston Martin’s Canadian driver Lance Stroll is “as quick” as his teammate Fernando Alonso, adding that the younger racer proves his mettle on the track.
Data‑Driven Comparison of the Two Drivers
Since 2023, Stroll has outqualified Alonso 89 times to 15 and has scored 131 points compared with Alonso’s 335, a gap that narrows as Alonso ages to 45 and Stroll gains experience. In 2026, the two are evenly matched, with Alonso averaging only 0.3 seconds faster in qualifying.
Stroll’s Qualifying Challenges and Race Acumen
De la Rosa admitted that Stroll’s occasional mistakes in qualifying can compromise a weekend, yet highlighted his “unbeatable” performance in many corners across circuits. He praised Stroll’s race pace and tyre‑management skills, emphasizing that the driver’s speed shines when the car runs as designed. “Whenever the car is driving properly, he is as quick as Fernando,” the former racer added.
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