Bernie Ecclestone has likened Aston Martin‘s struggles to that of Ferrari as Formula 1 glory slated to allude Lawrence Stroll in 2026.
The Silverstone-based squad hasn’t had the smoothest starts to F1’s latest era.
Aston Martin had entered 2026 off the back of some promising requisitions in the shape of Adrian Newey, a works Honda engine deal and a state-of-the-art Wind Tunnel.
Stroll Sr. seemingly was on a quest to build a super-team; however, reality has bit the British marque hard.
While the Newey-designed AMR26 looks striking, it has paled in comparison to its rivals on track. The Honda power unit also seems to be quite a way back in terms of competitiveness.
Pre-season testing saw the team only able to muster 400 laps across nine days of testing at Barcelona and Bahrain.
Ecclestone, who was at the helm of the affairs of the sport till 2017, feels “sorry” for the Canadian business mogul, though.
For the 95-year-old, investment isn’t a guarantee for success, and some people might chase their lives away with F1 glory alluding them all the way.
“You can’t buy the Formula 1 World Championship title,” he said.
“If everything doesn’t come together, you’ll spend your whole life chasing success. That’s why I feel sorry for Lawrence Stroll.”
Why Aston Martin can take cues from Ferrari’s F1 struggles
Ecclestone likened Aston Martin’s situation to that of F1’s most successful team: Ferrari.
While the iconic Italian marque is statistically the most dominant outfit, it last won the Constructors’ title in 2008.
The Briton highlighted how despite an illustrious record, unlimited money and some of the best drivers in the history of the sport, Ferrari have missed out on the title because of “a piece missing in the title puzzle.”
Ecclestone, hence, hinted at how Aston Martin could learn from the Scuderia and avoid the same mistakes.
“The fact that there is always a piece missing in the title puzzle is best illustrated by Ferrari,” he added.
“They have been searching for the missing pieces for almost 20 years. Despite having the best conditions, drivers and the necessary money.”
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