Lance Stroll is a Canadian racing driver who currently competes in Formula One for Aston Martin Cognizant. Born on October 29, 1998, in Montreal, Quebec, Stroll started racing at a young age and quickly made a name for himself in the world of motorsports. In this biography, we will delve into his personal life, education, career, net worth, and more.
Personal Life
Lance Stroll was born into a wealthy family, with his father, Lawrence Stroll, being a billionaire fashion mogul. Despite his family’s affluence, Stroll was passionate about racing from a young age and started karting at the age of five. He grew up in Switzerland and attended the Collège Français, a private school in Montreal.
Age, Height, and Weight
As of 2023, Lance Stroll is 24 years old. He stands at 1.85m (6ft 1in) tall and weighs around 70kg (154lbs).
Education
Stroll’s focus on racing meant that he had to balance his education with his passion for motorsports. He attended the Collège Français in Montreal for his early education before moving to the Swiss International School in Switzerland. Stroll later attended the prestigious College Stanislas in Paris, France, where he completed his high school education.
Career
Stroll’s racing career began when he was just a child, competing in local karting events in Canada. He quickly rose through the ranks and won several championships, including the Florida Winter Tour and the Canadian National Karting Championship.
In 2014, Stroll made his car racing debut in the Florida Winter Series, finishing second overall with three wins. He continued his success in the Italian F4 Championship, where he won seven races and finished third in the championship. In 2016, he moved up to the FIA European Formula 3 Championship and dominated the series, winning 14 of the 30 races and clinching the championship with a round to spare.
Stroll made his Formula One debut in 2017 with Williams Racing, becoming the first Canadian driver in the series since Jacques Villeneuve in 2006. He had a challenging rookie season, finishing 12th in the championship with a best result of third place at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. In 2018, he scored points in six races and finished 18th in the championship.
In 2019, Stroll joined the newly formed Racing Point team (now Aston Martin Cognizant) alongside Sergio Perez. He scored points in seven races and finished 15th in the championship. In 2020, he had his best season yet, scoring two podium finishes and finishing 11th in the championship.
Net Worth
Lance Stroll’s net worth is estimated to be around $50 million. The majority of his wealth comes from his successful racing career, as well as his family’s wealth. His father, Lawrence Stroll, is a billionaire fashion mogul who has invested heavily in motorsports, including owning the Racing Point team.
Conclusion
Lance Stroll’s rise through the ranks of motorsports has been impressive, and he has proven himself to be a talented and capable driver in Formula One. With several podium finishes under his belt and a bright future ahead of him, Stroll looks set to continue his success in the world of motorsports.
