P1racenews AI automatic summary:
George Russell denied Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli a fourth straight GP pole by 0.068s in Canada
George Russell claimed pole position for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix, narrowly beating his Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli by 0.068s.
The intense rivalry between the two drivers was showcased in a spirited battle during the sprint race prior to qualifying.
McLaren’s Lando Norris secured the third spot on the grid, followed by teammate Oscar Piastri in fourth place.
Despite a grassy excursion, Lewis Hamilton managed to secure fifth place for Ferrari, while Max Verstappen struggled to sixth for Red Bull.
Audi’s Nico Hulkenberg missed out on Q3, finishing in 11th place, while Williams’ Carlos Sainz settled for 15th on the grid.
The results saw some surprises, with several top-name drivers failing to make it past the initial qualifying rounds, setting the stage for an exciting race at Montreal.
