History of Lance Stroll in Timeline
Lance Stroll is a Canadian racing driver currently competing in Formula One for Aston Martin. He entered Formula 1 in 2017 with Williams, later moving to Racing Point (now Aston Martin). Stroll's career has included a podium finish at the 2017 Azerbaijan Grand Prix and a pole position at the 2020 Turkish Grand Prix. He is the son of businessman Lawrence Stroll, who owns the Aston Martin F1 team. Stroll's racing career has been supported by significant financial backing, leading to discussions about his performance relative to his opportunities.
1997: Jacques Villeneuve Won World Drivers' Championship
In 1997, Jacques Villeneuve won the World Drivers' Championship before Lance Stroll became the first Canadian Formula One driver since him in 2017.
1997: Jacques Villeneuve at the 1997 European Grand Prix
Jacques Villeneuve at the 1997 European Grand Prix before Lance Stroll became the first Canadian F1 driver to take pole position since
October 1998: Lance Stroll's Birth
In October 1998, Lance Strulovitch, also known as Lance Stroll, was born in Montreal to Lawrence Stroll and Claire-Anne Callens.
2008: Won Rookie of the Year Award
In 2008, his first year of karting, Lance Stroll won the Federation de Sport Automobile du Quebec rookie of the year award.
2009: Awarded Driver of the Year
In 2009, Lance Stroll was recognized as the driver of the year by the Federation de Sport Automobile du Quebec.
2010: Joined Ferrari Driver Academy
In 2010, Lance Stroll became a member of the Ferrari Driver Academy, marking a significant step in his early career.
2014: Car Racing Debut in Florida Winter Series
In 2014, Lance Stroll debuted in car racing at the Florida Winter Series, achieving two podium finishes and a pole position.
2014: Italian F4 Championship Debut and Win
In 2014, Lance Stroll debuted in the Italian F4 Championship with Prema Powerteam, winning the series despite missing the final round.
2014: Won Italian F4 Championship
In 2014, Lance Stroll secured his first title by winning the Italian F4 Championship with Prema, demonstrating his skill in junior formula racing.
November 2015: Left Ferrari Driver Academy, Joined Williams as Test Driver
In November 2015, Lance Stroll left the Ferrari Driver Academy and became a test driver for Williams, marking a transition in his racing affiliations.
2015: Won Toyota Racing series
In 2015, Lance Stroll won the New Zealand-based Toyota Racing series, recording 10 podiums including four wins from 16 race starts.
2016: Dominated FIA Formula 3 European Championship
In 2016, Lance Stroll dominated the FIA Formula 3 European Championship with Prema, solidifying his status as a top prospect in Formula racing.
2016: Finished 5th at the 24 Hours of Daytona
In 2016, Lance Stroll finished 5th at the 24 Hours of Daytona, driving for Ford Chip Ganassi Racing.
2016: 24 Hours of Daytona Competitor
In 2016, Lance Stroll participated in the 24 Hours of Daytona with CGR, marking his entry into endurance racing outside of Formula One.
2016: 2016 24 Hours of Daytona
In 2016, Stroll competed in the 24 Hours of Daytona with CGR.
2017: Formula One Debut with Williams
In 2017, Lance Stroll debuted in Formula One with Williams, partnering with Felipe Massa. He participated in the Australian Grand Prix.
2017: Drove for Williams Team
In 2017, Lance Stroll drove for the Williams team for the Formula One season, partnering Felipe Massa. He became the first Canadian Formula One driver since Jacques Villeneuve.
2018: Season-Best Finish at Azerbaijan Grand Prix
In 2018, Lance Stroll achieved a season-best eighth-place finish at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix while driving the FW41 for Williams.
2018: Competed in the 24 Hours of Daytona
In 2018, Lance Stroll competed in the 24 Hours of Daytona with Jackie Chan DC, expanding his racing experience beyond Formula One.
2018: Points at Azerbaijan Grand Prix
In 2018, Lance Stroll scored Williams' first points of the year at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix by finishing eighth.
2018: 2018 24 Hours of Daytona
In 2018, Stroll competed in the 24 Hours of Daytona with Jackie Chan DC.
2019: Signed with Racing Point
In 2019, Lance Stroll signed with Racing Point, which had been acquired by his father, and partnered with Sergio Pérez. He finished fourth at the German Grand Prix.
2020: Best Qualifying Result Since 2020
At the São Paulo Grand Prix in 2020, Stroll achieved his best qualifying result since 2020 with third place, ahead of Alonso, and finished fifth.
2020: Points Finishes and Podium at Italian Grand Prix
In 2020, Lance Stroll had several points finishes including fourth place at the Spanish Grand Prix. He claimed his second Formula One podium at the Italian Grand Prix.
2020: Maiden Pole Position at Turkish Grand Prix
In 2020, Lance Stroll secured his maiden pole position at the Turkish Grand Prix and achieved podium finishes at the Italian and Sakhir Grands Prix.
2020: Best Grid Position
achieved his best grid position since his 2020 Turkish Grand Prix pole position at the United States Grand Prix, starting fifth
2021: Remained at Re-branded Aston Martin
In 2021, Lance Stroll continued with the re-branded Aston Martin team, partnering with Sebastian Vettel for two seasons.
2021: Finished Tenth in Bahrain Grand Prix
In 2021, Lance Stroll qualified and finished tenth in the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix.
2022: Collision with Alex Albon
In 2022, Lance Stroll was in eleventh place in the closing laps of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, but lost places after a collision with Alex Albon.
2023: Cycling Accident and Recovery
In 2023, Lance Stroll missed pre-season testing due to a cycling accident, sustaining multiple injuries. He recovered to race in the Bahrain Grand Prix.
2023: Teammate with Fernando Alonso
In 2023, Lance Stroll partnered with Fernando Alonso, achieving a career-best tenth in the World Drivers' Championship.
2024: 2024 Season
In 2024, Stroll started the season with a tenth place finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix, crashed out on lap 7 at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, and finished sixth in Australia. Following the weekend, it was announced that Stroll's race engineer Ben Michell would be replaced by Andrew Vizard.
2024: Stroll to remain with Aston Martin for 2024
In 2024, team principal Krack confirmed that Stroll would remain with the team alongside Alonso for the 2024 season, despite Stroll scoring 74 points to Alonso's 206.
2025: achieved one pole position and three podiums in Formula One
As of the 2025 Australian Grand Prix, Lance Stroll has achieved one pole position and three podiums in Formula One.
2026: Contracted to Remain at Aston Martin
Lance Stroll is contracted to stay at Aston Martin through the end of the 2026 season.
