Lance Stroll finishes unforgettable first Canadian Grand Prix with first F1 points
MONTREAL — Formula One rookie Lance Stroll says he will never forget his first Canadian Grand Prix, a race where he earned his first Formula One points.
Stroll finished ninth at his hometown race on Sunday, coming all the way back from 17th in the starting grid at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. The finish gives the Canadian two points in the drivers’ standings.
“My first points,” exclaimed an overjoyed Stroll, who moved into 16th in the championship table. “It’s really special. I’ll never forget it. Finally feels good for sure. I kept working and finally broke the ice.
“I need to thank all the fans here. It was so special seeing all the Canadian flags.”