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The F1 Canadian Grand Prix sprint weekend gets underway today (Friday, May 22) at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
F1 returns to Canada for the third sprint weekend of the 2026 championship at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
The 2026 F1 Canadian Grand Prix weekend begins today with the practice session, showcasing Mercedes as favorites led by George Russell and Kimi Antonelli.
Antonelli, still only 19 years old, leads in both the drivers’ and constructors’ standings with a 20-point advantage.
Mercedes brings their first major upgrade package of the season, while fans anticipate if McLaren and Red Bull can challenge their dominance.
Practice for the Canadian GP starts at 12:30 ET, leading up to the sprint qualifying session at 16:30 local time.
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