Montoya Warns Lance Stroll Could Quit Aston Martin If Car Does Not Improve

Overview

• Juan Pablo Montoya told F1Maximaal on Wednesday that Lance Stroll could leave Aston Martin if the team’s performance does not improve for 2027 and that both race seats might be open by 2028.
• Aston Martin has struggled through 2026 with weak starts, recurring technical problems and several retirements despite high‑profile hires such as aerodynamicist Adrian Newey.
• Stroll had not scored a point for much of the season while teammate Fernando Alonso had only one point, though Stroll’s P13 at the Hungaroring was described by Montoya as a result that 'breathed new life' into the team.
• Reports note Stroll is on a multi‑year deal with open‑ended language about its end date, which leaves ambiguity over whether he can or will move before Aston Martin decides on driver changes.
• Analysts and outlets say a switch away from Aston Martin could be hard to arrange because few seats seem available, so meaningful on‑track improvement is likely the clearest path to keeping Stroll in Formula 1.