Alonso urges Aston Martin to ‘close the gap’ to top teams ahead

Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll had contrasting fortunes at the Canadian Grand Prix. Alonso continued his impressive points-scoring streak, securing a seventh-place finish after a strong qualifying performance, which saw him start from sixth. This marks a significant turnaround for the Spaniard, who had a challenging start to the 2025 season with no points in the first eight races. The upgrades brought by Aston Martin appear to be making a considerable difference, with Alonso consistently making Q3 since their introduction. Despite this positive momentum, Alonso remains grounded, acknowledging that the team still has work to do to bridge the gap to the front-running teams, particularly in race pace. Conversely, Lance Stroll endured a difficult home Grand Prix. He exited qualifying in Q1 and received a 10-second penalty during the race, ultimately finishing 17th. Stroll expressed his dissatisfaction with the weekend, highlighting the car's lack of pace. While Stroll's struggles continue, Alonso's recent points haul is crucial for Aston Martin, helping them maintain their position ahead of Kick Sauber in the Constructors' Championship.