Aston Martin sells F1 team amid share price decline

Aston Martin is set to sell its minority stake in the Aston Martin Formula 1 team as part of a strategic effort to improve its financial standing. The iconic British automaker has agreed to transfer its £74 million investment to the team’s current ownership group, led by billionaire Lawrence Stroll. As part of the agreement, Stroll will also inject an additional £52.5 million into the team, further solidifying his control over the Silverstone-based outfit.



Ownership Shift but No Change in Team Identity



Despite the sale, Aston Martin will continue to have a presence in Formula 1. The team will retain the Aston Martin name under a long-term sponsorship and licensing deal. This means the brand’s signature British racing green colors and its historic identity will remain on the F1 grid for years to come.



Since Stroll’s acquisition of the former Racing Point team in 2020, his Yew Tree investment consortium has collectively invested approximately £600 million into the team. The latest move reinforces his commitment to the project while allowing Aston Martin the flexibility to focus on its core business operations.



Aston Martin F1’s Current Performance and Future Prospects



The team’s performance in the ongoing F1 season has been mixed, currently sitting seventh in the world championship standings after two races. All of their points so far have come from Lance Stroll, the son of the team’s owner, while veteran driver Fernando Alonso has yet to finish a race ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix.



With the 2026 regulation changes on the horizon, Aston Martin F1 is entering a critical period of development. The team has already made significant moves by recruiting legendary engineer Adrian Newey, a key figure in designing championship-winning cars. 2025 may be a transitional year for the team, but the groundwork for a competitive future is already being laid.



Stroll Confirms Long-Term Commitment to Formula 1



Lawrence Stroll reaffirmed Aston Martin’s dedication to its F1 future in an official statement: “These moves demonstrate that Aston Martin’s place on the Formula 1 grid is as secure as ever. Aston Martin Lagonda recently re-committed to its long-term sponsorship and licensing agreement with Aston Martin F1, confirming that the legendary Aston Martin brand and its British racing green colors will compete in Formula 1 for decades to come.”



Stroll initially entered Formula 1 team ownership when he purchased the assets of the struggling Force India team midway through the 2018 season. Under his leadership, the team was rebranded as Racing Point before officially becoming Aston Martin in 2021. His continued investment in the project signals confidence in the team’s future prospects, both on and off the track.



Looking Ahead



As Aston Martin restructures its financial commitments, the decision to sell its minority stake allows the company to refocus on its automotive business while maintaining a visible presence in Formula 1. With Stroll’s financial backing and a clear development path for the team, Aston Martin F1 remains positioned for long-term success in the sport.
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