Stroll says Honda engine deficit costs Aston Martin two seconds a lap

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Lance Stroll said Honda's 2026 F1 engine is two seconds a lap slower, despite a secret upgrade. Aston Martin's AMR26 remains uncompetitive, with Alonso's return confirmed for 2027. The comments highlight ongoing power unit concerns.

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Motorsport.com frames Stroll's comments within Aston Martin's 2027 driver confirmation and Alonso's concerns. F1i reveals Honda used both development tokens. PlanetF1 and Crash.net focus on the two-second deficit and potential engine switch speculation. No official FIA document is present.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com provides the most complete context, linking Stroll's comments to the team's 2027 driver lineup and Alonso's concerns, with an image.

Stroll says Honda engine deficit costs Aston Martin two seconds a lap

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