Formula 1 returns to Montreal for the Canadian Grand Prix, featuring a Sprint weekend filled with competition and excitement. The event will take place from May 22 to May 24, 2026, at the celebrated Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
Canadian GP 2026: Sprint Weekend Schedule
During this weekend, teams and drivers aim to showcase their talents. Teenager Kimi Antonelli leads the way after winning three consecutive Grands Prix. He holds a 20-point advantage over his Mercedes teammate George Russell in the Drivers’ Championship.
Russell, who won the Canadian Grand Prix in 2025, faces the challenge of performing on a track he enjoys. Meanwhile, midfield teams like McLaren have improved, with Lando Norris putting pressure on Antonelli recently. The inclusion of new developments from both Mercedes and McLaren for Canada may further shift the competitive landscape.
Max Verstappen recently expressed satisfaction after the Miami Grand Prix, while Lewis Hamilton seeks to regain his form after two underwhelming races. Hamilton holds a remarkable record at this venue, having achieved his first F1 pole and victory here in 2007 and winning the Canadian Grand Prix seven times.
Track Information: Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
- Length: 2.710 miles
- Location: Notre Dame Island, Montreal
- Features: Notorious chicanes, including the Wall of Champions
- Wall of Champions: Named after crashes in the 1999 Canadian GP involving three title winners
This track promises thrilling racing, especially with the 2026 regulations that enhance braking zones and long straights.
Canadian GP Weather Forecast
Weather conditions in Montreal can be unpredictable. For the event, temperatures are expected to be in the mid to high teens, with a possibility of showers.
This 2026 Canadian Grand Prix marks the first occasion of the race moving from its traditional mid-June date, having taken place in that time frame since 1982. The schedule adjustment allows F1 to run a more continuous European segment between June and September.
Event Schedule: May 22-24, 2026
| Date | Time (UK) | Event |
|---|---|---|
| May 21 | 7:00 PM | Drivers’ Press Conference |
| May 21 | 10:00 PM | Paddock Uncut |
| May 22 | 1:55 PM | F1 Academy Practice |
| May 22 | 3:00 PM | F2 Practice |
| May 22 | 5:00 PM | Canadian GP Practice One |
| May 22 | 9:00 PM | Canadian GP Sprint Qualifying |
| May 23 | 5:00 PM | CANADIAN GP SPRINT |
| May 24 | 3:30 PM | F1 Academy Race 3 |
| May 24 | 9:00 PM | THE CANADIAN GRAND PRIX |
How to Watch the Canadian GP
In the UK, Sky Sports will provide live coverage of the Canadian Grand Prix weekend. Subscribers can tune into Sky Sports F1 for all sessions, including practice, qualifying, and the main race on May 24 at 9 PM.
Customers without a Sky subscription can use the NOW streaming service for access to the event. Highlights will be available shortly after the conclusion of the race.
The anticipation for the Canadian Grand Prix is high. Fans look forward to an action-packed weekend filled with racing drama and the battle for supremacy on the track.
