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The Formula 1 paddock turned its attention to Montreal this week as drivers gathered for the traditional Thursday press conference ahead of the highly anticipated Canadian Grand Prix. Among those on the panel was hometown hero Lance Stroll, who offered a candid update on his fitness following a quiet but significant medical procedure.
Stroll, the Aston Martin driver, appeared in good spirits as he faced the media, clearly pleased to be racing on home soil once again. But his calm demeanor belied what has been a challenging period for the Canadian racer. When asked about his physical condition, specifically the wrist injury that had been troubling him, Stroll was quick to reassure fans and reporters alike.
“It’s good to be here. It’s always special racing at home in Montreal,” Stroll began, his smile making it clear how much this race means to him. “The wrist is feeling good now. I’ve been working hard with the team and with the medical staff to make sure I’m in the best shape possible.”
However, the situation surrounding his health has been more serious than many initially realized. Team sources confirmed that Stroll underwent a surgical procedure shortly after the Spanish Grand Prix to address lingering issues with his wrist — an injury that had threatened to derail his season.
Although the full extent of the injury was never publicly detailed, it had been evident that Stroll was battling discomfort in recent races. Speculation grew after the Spanish round, where his performance was hampered, and concerns mounted about whether he could continue competing at the highest level without risking further damage.
When pressed on the topic, Stroll kept his response measured but subtly acknowledged the gravity of the situation. “Yeah, there was a little procedure after Spain,” he admitted. “It was something we needed to sort out to avoid it becoming a bigger problem. I’m feeling pretty confident now. It should be good going forward.”
His understated response couldn’t fully mask the relief that the issue had been caught in time. While Stroll didn’t go into specifics about the nature of the procedure, his calm confidence suggested he had turned a crucial corner in his recovery.
The timing could not have been more critical. With the Canadian Grand Prix marking one of the marquee moments of his season, missing this race would have been a crushing blow. The fact that Stroll will not only compete but does so with apparent confidence is a testament to the swift work of his medical team and his own resilience.
The Aston Martin driver has often shown flashes of brilliance, particularly at circuits he knows well. Racing in front of his home crowd always seems to lift his performance, and fans will no doubt be watching closely to see if he can deliver something special this weekend.
Stroll’s brief but telling comments were part of a broader Thursday media session that also included seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton, now with Ferrari, and Alpine’s rising star Franco Colapinto. But it was the revelation about Stroll’s post-race surgery that captured much of the attention, adding an unexpected layer of drama to the build-up for this year’s race.
As the Canadian Grand Prix weekend kicks off, all eyes will be on whether Lance Stroll can turn this personal comeback story into a standout performance on track — and whether his wrist, now surgically secured, can withstand the punishing demands of a Formula 1 car over a full race distance.
One thing is clear: Stroll’s road to this moment was far from smooth, and while he insists he’s ready, the pressure to deliver in front of his home fans has never been greater.
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