Rumor have swirled around the F1 paddock regarding a potential sale involving the Aston Martin F1 team and Lawrence Stroll. Aston Martin has agreed to sell their minority stake in the team to Lawrence Stroll and the controlling investment group Yew Tree. Stroll and Yew Tree have invested hundreds of million in the team. 2025 is clearly going to be a rebuilding year for the team as they have not found the stroke of brilliance we’ve seen in recent years to fight for one of the top 5 positions in the championship. Of note Fernando Alonso may be nearing the end of his career and Lance Stroll has scored all of the points for the team thus far this season. Fans speculate if Alonso will continue to race the entire 2025 season or if an earlier second retirement is in the works.
With the acquisition of Adrian Newey from Red Bull, Aston Martin F1 team is pushing to be a top competitor in 2026 when the new regulations are introduced. Lawrence Stroll commented saying, “These moves demonstrate that Aston Martin’s place on the Formula One grid is as secure as ever. AML recently recommitted to its long-term sponsorship and licensing agreement with AMF1, confirming that the legendary Aston Martin brand and its British racing green colors will compete in Formula One for decades to come.”
Yew Tree will increase its ownership stake in the team for what is rumored to be a UK£52.5 million (US$67.7 million) fee. Aston Martin will also vacate its ownership of £74 million (US$95.4 million) in shares. No new buyer has been identified.