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Our 2026 Canadian Grand Prix Race Review
Published by P1 with Matt & Tommy · May 24, 2026
2026 Formula 1 · Round 5
Canadian Grand Prix 2026 Schedule, Times & Results
Montréal joined the 2026 Sprint roster on a 4.361-kilometre circuit where every long acceleration ends in another braking test. The timetable keeps Sprint Qualifying, the Sprint, Grand Prix qualifying and the race distinct; the guide lets fans track traction from the hairpin, kerb use and the final-chicane risk beside the Wall of Champions.
Round 5
May 22–May 24, 2026
Completed
Sprint weekend
The weekend is complete. Choose a session below to see the full classification and lap details.
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Canadian Grand Prix 2026 Race Video: Highlights & Review
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Race Highlights | 2026 Canadian Grand Prix
Published by FORMULA 1 · May 24, 2026
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May 24, 2026
Sun, May 24 · 4:00 PM EDT
Montreal
Montréal, Canada
Sprint weekend
Includes Sprint Qualifying and a Sprint race.
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Local circuit time uses America/New_York.
Complete weekend timetable
Canadian Grand Prix 2026 Schedule
Session times are shown in your timezone. Switch to track time if you are at the circuit or following local coverage.
FP1
Practice 1
The opening practice session for first setup runs and an early look at track conditions.
StartFri, May 22 · 16:30 UTC
Scheduled finish2026-05-22T17:30:00Z
StartFri, May 22 · 20:30 UTC
Scheduled finish2026-05-22T21:14:00Z
StartSat, May 23 · 16:00 UTC
Scheduled finish2026-05-23T17:00:00Z
StartSat, May 23 · 20:00 UTC
Scheduled finish2026-05-23T21:00:00Z
StartSun, May 24 · 20:00 UTC
Scheduled finish2026-05-24T22:00:00Z
Weekend results
Canadian Grand Prix 2026 Results
See the finishing order, times, laps and driver-by-driver classification for every completed session.
May 22, 2026
Practice 1 results
- P1Andrea Kimi AntonelliMercedes
- P2George RussellMercedes
- P3Lewis HamiltonFerrari
Sprint Qualifying results
- P1George RussellMercedes
- P2Andrea Kimi AntonelliMercedes
- P3Lando NorrisMcLaren
Sprint results
- P1George RussellMercedes
- P2Lando NorrisMcLaren
- P3Andrea Kimi AntonelliMercedes
Qualifying results
- P1George RussellMercedes
- P2Andrea Kimi AntonelliMercedes
- P3Lando NorrisMcLaren
Race results
- P1Andrea Kimi AntonelliMercedes
- P2Lewis HamiltonFerrari
- P3Max VerstappenRed Bull
What to Know About the Canadian Grand Prix 2026
The brakes work hard, but the exit from each corner starts the real contest
The Montréal lap alternates straights with stop-start chicanes, creating a low-downforce setup challenge on a narrow island course. Drivers need enough kerb compliance to shorten the chicanes and enough rear grip to convert the hairpin exit into speed before the final braking zone.
- The hairpin is both an overtaking point and the launch for the longest acceleration phase.
- The Wall of Champions waits outside the final chicane, where an aggressive kerb strike can push the car wider than planned.
One FP1 puts brake cooling and race traction on the same checklist
Canada's Sprint format leaves only Friday practice before competitive running. Teams must validate brake temperatures, straight-line efficiency and low-speed traction quickly, while the barriers keep Safety Car timing relevant across both Saturday's short race and Sunday's 70-lap Grand Prix.
- Watch the hairpin exits during FP1: wheelspin there follows a car for the length of the next straight.
- A neutralisation can open a cheap pit stop, but a double-stack may cost teams time on the compact pit lane.
Plan an island journey before choosing an arrival time
Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve sits on Île Notre-Dame, and ordinary spectators cannot rely on finding parking at the venue: the 2026 visitor guide limits onsite parking to eligible pre-purchased passes and accessible platforms. Keep your mobile ticket ready, use the official map to locate the grandstand and expect controlled queues after the race.
- Grandstands 15, 21 and 24 surround the hairpin and keep repeated braking action in view.
- The official event app combines tickets, map, schedule and alerts, which is useful when weather or access information changes.
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Official event name: FORMULA 1 LENOVO GRAND PRIX DU CANADA 2026
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Official Canadian Grand Prix 2026 Information
Race times and results on this page are paired with official championship and event-organiser information. Always recheck the organiser before travelling because gates, transport and event activities can change.
Official source
Formula 1 — Canada 2026
Official Sprint schedule, results, circuit dimensions and track description
Open official information ↗Official sourceCanadian Grand Prix — 2026 visitor guide
Official access, parking, app and full-event information
Open official information ↗Official sourceTechRadar — Canadian GP 2026 guide
Independent Sprint schedule, viewing, grid and preview pattern review
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Quick answers
Canadian Grand Prix 2026 FAQ
Is the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix a Sprint weekend?
Yes. Friday has FP1 and Sprint Qualifying, Saturday has the Sprint and Grand Prix qualifying, and the 70-lap Canadian Grand Prix runs on Sunday.
Why is Montréal's final barrier called the Wall of Champions?
Damon Hill, Jacques Villeneuve and Michael Schumacher all hit the outside wall at the final chicane during the 1999 weekend. The name remains because the corner still punishes a small exit error.
When is the Canadian Grand Prix 2026?
The race weekend runs May 22–May 24, 2026. The Grand Prix is scheduled for Sun, May 24 · 4:00 PM EDT.
What time does the Canadian Grand Prix start?
The race starts at Sun, May 24 · 4:00 PM EDT. Use the timezone controls above for US Eastern, Central, Pacific, UK or track time.
Is the Canadian Grand Prix a Sprint weekend?
Yes. This weekend includes Sprint Qualifying and a Sprint race before the Grand Prix.
Where can I find the Canadian Grand Prix results?
Completed session results are linked in the schedule and results sections above, including the full classification for each available session.