Aston Martin's Lance Stroll Withdraws From Spanish GP With Hand Injury

Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll will miss the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix due to persistent pain in his hand and wrist related to a 2023 surgery following a cycling accident. Despite qualifying 14th, Stroll's medical team confirmed he would not race and will undergo a procedure to address these issues. The injury has troubled him for six weeks, impacting his performance this season where he has struggled to finish in the top 10 in recent races. His teammate, Fernando Alonso, will still compete, starting from the fifth row. Aston Martin has not announced a replacement driver for Stroll, and reserve drivers Felipe Drugovich and Stoffel Vandoorne remain options if his absence extends. The injury has forced the team to adapt their lineup amid a challenging season for Stroll.