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Russell rues 'missed opportunity' in Montreal despite Mercedes performance Formula 1 driver George Russell believes he made too many mistakes during the Canadian Grand Prix, which cost him a chance at victory in Montreal. He secured pole position but ultimately finished third behind Lando Norris and Max Verstappen. Despite leading early on, two mistakes, including one where he lost a position to teammate Lewis Hamilton while trying to overtake Oscar Piastri, proved costly. Russell was pleased with the team's performance and first podium of the season, but felt he didn't fully capitalize on his car's speed.. Source: Racer

Alpine and Ocon rift grows after Montreal team order Alpine Formula 1 driver Esteban Ocon and his team are in disagreement over a team order during the Canadian Grand Prix. Ocon was instructed to let teammate Pierre Gasly pass him with four laps remaining, but he refused due to an energy management problem. Alpine claims that Ocon's delay lost them the opportunity to challenge Daniel Ricciardo further. This incident adds to ongoing tensions between Ocon and the team, which began during the Monaco Grand Prix. Meanwhile, Aston Martin has parted ways with Sebastian Vettel, a four-time world champion, after a disappointing season due to his struggles adapting to new cars and tires. The team's principal, Christian Horner, expressed admiration for Vettel's achievements but acknowledged that it was necessary for the team's future success to make the decision.. Source: Racer

6 Winners and 5 Losers from Montreal – Who capitalised on the chaos in Canada? Max Verstappen won the Canadian Grand Prix, his second victory in four Grands Prix and his 60th career win overall. He matched George Russell's qualifying time on Saturday and minimized mistakes during the race to take the lead. The Safety Car played a crucial role as it allowed Verstappen to gain an advantage over rival Lando Norris. This was his third consecutive win in Canada, increasing his lead in the drivers' standings to 56 points ahead of Charles Leclerc, who did not score during the event.. Source: Formula 1

Stewards were too soft on Red Bull’s Perez tactics to discourage copycats Sergio Pérez crashed into a barrier on lap 51 during the Canadian Grand Prix, damaging his Red Bull RB20's rear wing. Despite appearing to believe it was only suspension damage, his team engineer instructed him to return to the pits due to safety concerns as parts were falling off the car. The FIA has strict rules against drivers continuing in a damaged condition that poses a risk to themselves or others. Red Bull's decision to tell Pérez to return to the pits was likely motivated by their desire to avoid triggering a Safety Car deployment, as his car would have otherwise been out of commission. The stewards fined Red Bull and gave Perez a penalty for the next race, citing safety implications and precedents set by previous decisions.. Source: Race Fans

Mercedes set for F1 Spanish GP floor upgrade as new front wing delivers hope Here is the summary: Mercedes had a successful weekend in Montreal, with George Russell taking pole position and finishing third despite mistakes costing him a potential win. The team introduced a new front wing to complement recent upgrades, which improved the car's balance and showed progress towards understanding ground effect technology. Team principal Toto Wolff believes the team has made positive strides since Imola, adding performance each weekend, and expects further improvements in Barcelona. He considers third place a positive result despite struggles earlier, noting that negative driver sentiment is a sign of progress.. Source: Motorsport

Piastri surprised “on a mission” Mercedes was so quick in Canada Oscar Piastri, a McLaren Formula 1 driver, finished fifth in the Montreal race, narrowly missing a podium spot after being passed by Mercedes drivers George Russell and Lewis Hamilton in the closing stages. Piastri attributed their pace to a new front wing introduced at Monaco, which has shown great potential. He acknowledged that it would have been difficult to keep up with them but praised Mercedes' tyre management and noted they seemed stronger than usual this weekend. Piastri was also involved in a minor incident with Russell at the final chicane, forcing his rival into the escape road while defending against a pass attempt.. Source: Motorsport

If Mercedes' progress is real, its drivers must improve Mercedes' drivers George Russell and Lewis Hamilton expressed disappointment after finishing third and fourth in the Canadian Grand Prix, despite their best performance of the year. Russell started from pole position but made mistakes that cost him track position and a potential win, while Hamilton qualified seventh due to a poor qualifying lap and called his race performance "one of the worst races I've driven". The team's boss Toto Wolff downplayed their chances of winning, citing a lack of pace. Despite improving results, the drivers felt they left something on the table due to mistakes and not maximizing their opportunity. Hamilton struggled with qualifying, making mistakes and needing to improve his performance, while Russell needs to refine his approach after making errors in judgment. The team's pace is there to challenge Red Bull, but the drivers must capitalize on it with better qualifying performances.. Source: The Race

“What goes around, comes around?” Why Verstappen’s win wasn’t payback for Miami Here is a summary of the article about Formula 1: The article discusses strategic decisions made during the Monaco Grand Prix in Formula 1. Red Bull's Max Verstappen overtook McLaren's Lando Norris after a Safety Car period, but Norris revealed he could have taken the lead earlier if he had pitted. McLaren's decision to stay on intermediate tyres as the track dried paid off, while Ferrari's choice of hard tyres for Charles Leclerc was seen as a gamble. Haas drivers Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hulkenberg initially gained positions by starting on full wet weather tyres, but ultimately finished outside the top 10 after pitting for new intermediates during a sudden rain shower at the Canadian Grand Prix. McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri had a strong race, passing rivals from Ferrari, McLaren, and Mercedes in the opening laps. The article provides detailed information on lap charts, fastest laps, tyre strategies, and pit stop times for all drivers.. Source: Race Fans

Canadian GP under scrutiny amid F1 boss apology to teams Here is a summary of the article: Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali apologized to team bosses after issues arose during the Montreal Grand Prix weekend, including breakdowns in communication between the circuit and police, flooded hospitality units, poor parking, misinformation about practice sessions, leaking TV commentary booths, and fans invading the track. The FIA stewards summoned the promoter, Octane Racing Group, over these recurring problems and admonished them. Despite a record attendance of 350,000, there are demands for changes to the race, including switching the date to earlier in the year, improving communication with police and security staff, expanding the paddock and infrastructure, updating VIP boxes, and adding roofs to grandstands.. Source: Motorsport

Video: Why Mercedes is suddenly an F1 frontrunner again Mercedes bounced back from a poor start to the 2024 Formula 1 season with a podium finish at the Canadian Grand Prix, where George Russell secured pole position and finished third. The team had shown signs of increased competitiveness in recent races, indicating they were adapting well to the current rules era.. Source: The Race

MONDAY MORNING DEBRIEF: Norris would likely have won in Canada had he pitted under the Safety Car – so why didn’t he? Lando Norris led the Canadian Grand Prix until the Safety Car was deployed, but ultimately finished second behind Max Verstappen after failing to pit due to being 300 meters away from the pit entry road when the Safety Car lights went out.. Source: Formula 1

Leclerc lost “80 horsepower for 15 laps” with engine problem Here is a summary of the article: Charles Leclerc's performance was compromised during the Canadian Grand Prix due to a power unit problem that lost him around 80 horsepower for 15 laps, ultimately leading to his retirement from the race. Ferrari struggled in qualifying, failing to secure a top-10 spot for both drivers, and attributed the poor performance to the power unit issue. The team is investigating the problem to prevent it from happening again and hopes to bounce back in the Spanish Grand Prix.. Source: Race Fans

Sauber hires former Red Bull, McLaren engineer to bolster F1 technical team Sauber F1 Team has appointed Stefano Sordo as its new Performance Director, effective immediately. Sordo will report directly to Technical Director James Key and play a key role in shaping the team's performance direction and in-season development. With over two decades of experience in motorsport, Sordo has worked with top teams including Red Bull Racing, McLaren, and Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing. His appointment follows other high-profile hirings by Sauber as it prepares to become the Audi works team in 2026. Formula 1 (F1) is a prestigious international auto racing series governed by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA). The championship began in 1950 and features open-wheel vehicles with powerful V6 or V8 engines, competing on purpose-built circuits. The season is divided into two parts: the constructors' championship and the drivers' championship, with the team or driver earning the most points over the course of the season crowned the champion. F1 has seen significant advancements in technology, leading to faster cars and more intense racing. Teamwork and strategy are crucial in achieving success in F1, as a team's ability to work together towards their goals is essential in overcoming challenges and reaching the top step of the podium.. Source: Motorsport

Edd Straw's 2024 Canadian Grand Prix F1 driver rankings The 2024 Canadian Grand Prix was marked by challenging rain conditions, with Max Verstappen emerging as the best performer of the weekend. Starting in second place, he took the lead after a safety car period and secured his win. Lando Norris came close to winning but was affected by the timing of the first safety car. Lewis Hamilton had a slow qualifying session but finished strongly, while Sergio Perez won from pole position despite struggling with rear tyre issues and front wing damage. Fernando Alonso also performed well, securing his team's biggest points haul of the season. Several drivers struggled, including Daniel Ricciardo, Sebastian Vettel, Kevin Magnussen, Nico Hulkenberg, Carlos Sainz, Logan Sargeant, and Zhou Guanyu, who faced issues with aero problems, car malfunctions, and practice crashes.. Source: The Race

Alonso slides atop the charts in a very wet Canadian FP2 Fernando Alonso set the fastest lap time of 1m15.810s during a rain-interrupted Canadian Grand Prix practice session after Max Verstappen's early retirement due to a power unit issue. George Russell was closest to Alonso's pace, finishing 0.463s behind the leader. Other notable finishers included Lance Stroll in third, Charles Leclerc in fourth (under investigation for improper tire usage), and Daniel Ricciardo in fifth. Additionally, Formula 1 stewards imposed penalties on several drivers from the previous Italian Grand Prix, including Lewis Hamilton, Sergio Perez, and Charles Leclerc, which affected their standings.. Source: Racer

Verstappen keen to understand impact of ERS issues in Canada Max Verstappen, the current championship leader, suffered an ERS (Energy Recovery System) problem during Friday's practice session at the Canadian Grand Prix, causing him to stop on track after only four laps. He was one of several drivers who took a new power unit and is concerned about the potential implications for his season. Red Bull is investigating the issue, but Verstappen admits it's not ideal and could impact his chances this weekend or beyond. Other drivers, such as Lando Norris and Fernando Alonso, also expressed frustration with the limited running time due to rain and wet track conditions. The reliability issue could have significant consequences if not resolved promptly, given teams are limited to specific components each season. Meanwhile, Kimi Räikkönen shared his thoughts on the new track surface at the Japanese Grand Prix, stating it feels "OK" despite being dusty due to a recent storm. He emphasized the importance of testing in wet conditions to ensure no issues with aquaplaning and believes making the right tire decision could gain teams five seconds, while the wrong choice could eliminate them from the race.. Source: Racer

Hamilton backs Marquez's "awesome" Ducati MotoGP move Lewis Hamilton, Formula 1 world champion, expressed excitement over Marc Marquez's move to Ducati for the 2025 MotoGP season, calling it "awesome". Marquez left Honda in 2023 due to a performance slump following injuries and joined Gresini Racing this year, impressing enough to secure a factory team move. Hamilton, seeking a fresh challenge with Ferrari in Formula 1 after 12 seasons at Mercedes, believes Marquez's move will be exciting for the sport and can relate to his desire for change after being with one team for so long.. Source: Motorsport

Technical updates: 2024 Canadian Grand Prix The Canadian Grand Prix has seen limited updates from Formula 1 teams, with Ferrari, McLaren, and Alpine not introducing any new parts to the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. This is due to the race falling between a series of European rounds, making it less important for teams to push development at this point. However, Red Bull brought significant updates, including a new rear wing design and larger front brake duct exit. Mercedes focused on its front brake ducts and realigned its front suspension to improve airflow, while Aston Martin introduced a new beam wing and Williams updated its suspension components. The article highlights teams' strategies for the Canadian GP, with a focus on balancing performance gains with aerodynamic efficiency.. Source: Racer

Verstappen: Red Bull solutions to kerb-riding F1 issues not a quick fix Max Verstappen, driver for Red Bull Racing, attributes the team's struggles on bumpy circuits and over kerbs to a lack of mechanical freedom in their RB20 car design due to limited budget cap resources. The issue has been ongoing since new regulations were introduced and was highlighted by recent losses in Miami and Monaco. Despite efforts to resolve it, Verstappen believes redesigning and implementing changes will take time as some parts may need reworking or replacement. He remains hopeful that Red Bull can still achieve a good result this year despite the limitations imposed by the budget cap.. Source: Motorsport

Malukas grabs IndyCar return in Blomqvist’s empty seat David Malukas will return to IndyCar with Meyer Shank Racing after being released by McLaren earlier this year. He will replace Tom Blomqvist, who crashed at the Indianapolis 500, in the team's lineup starting from the eighth round of the series at Laguna Seca in two weeks. Malukas was previously unable to race for McLaren due to a wrist injury sustained in a cycling accident. Meyer Shank made the change to ensure their cars finish in the top 22 places (Leaders Circle) and make up ground in the championship standings, which would pay out more prize money.. Source: Race Fans