F1 Results Today: Canadian Grand Prix times and positions
The 2026 Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix delivered one of the most dramatic and emotional races of the season, as young Mercedes star Kimi Antonelli secured another sensational victory in Montreal after a fierce battle with teammate George Russell ended in heartbreak. Fans at the legendary Circuit Gilles Villeneuve witnessed changing strategies, intense wheel-to-wheel action, mechanical failures, and a major shake-up in the championship standings.
Coming into race day, Russell had the advantage after claiming pole position during qualifying with a brilliant final lap. Mercedes looked unstoppable throughout the weekend, with Antonelli lining up beside him on the front row.
As the lights went out, the atmosphere immediately turned chaotic. Rain clouds hovered above the circuit before the start, forcing teams into difficult tire decisions. While most drivers began the race on slick tires, McLaren made the risky call to put both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri on intermediates. That gamble quickly backfired as the track failed to become wet enough, costing the team valuable positions during the opening laps.
At the front, Russell and Antonelli immediately pulled away from the field in a tense Mercedes duel. The two drivers pushed each other relentlessly, trading fastest laps and attacking into heavy braking zones around the circuit. The battle reminded many fans of the intense Mercedes rivalries from previous eras, with both drivers refusing to give each other any breathing space.
Antonelli, however, looked determined to continue his incredible winning streak. The young Italian showed maturity beyond his years as he stayed glued to Russell’s rear wing while carefully managing tire wear and pressure from behind. Lewis Hamilton, now driving for Ferrari, remained close enough to capitalize on any mistake from the Mercedes pair.
The turning point of the race came when Russell suddenly suffered a mechanical issue while leading comfortably. Smoke and reliability concerns forced the British driver to retire from the race, creating a heartbreaking moment for Mercedes after such a dominant performance. Antonelli immediately inherited the lead and never looked back.
Hamilton then moved into second place after an impressive and disciplined drive for Ferrari. The seven-time world champion managed the race brilliantly, holding off defending world champion Max Verstappen, who completed the podium in third for Red Bull.
Behind the top three, Ferrari enjoyed another strong result as Charles Leclerc crossed the line in fourth. Red Bull youngster Isack Hadjar impressed once again with a remarkable fifth-place finish, continuing his rise as one of the season’s surprise stars.
Further down the order, Alpine’s Franco Colapinto and Pierre Gasly both scored important points, while Carlos Sainz Jr. delivered another steady drive for Williams. Rookie Oliver Bearman also managed to finish inside the top ten after surviving several incidents throughout the race.
The race proved disastrous for several big names. Norris retired with gearbox problems after McLaren’s poor strategic gamble, while Fernando Alonso also failed to finish due to technical trouble. Russell’s retirement became the defining heartbreak of the afternoon because victory looked almost certain before reliability issues struck.
Canadian Grand Prix Top 10 Results
- Kimi Antonelli – Mercedes
- Lewis Hamilton – Ferrari
- Max Verstappen – Red Bull
- Charles Leclerc – Ferrari
- Isack Hadjar – Red Bull
- Franco Colapinto – Alpine
- Liam Lawson – Racing Bulls
- Pierre Gasly – Alpine
- Carlos Sainz – Williams
- Oliver Bearman – Haas
Antonelli’s victory now extends his lead in the Formula 1 drivers’ championship and strengthens Mercedes’ control at the top of the constructors’ standings. The Canadian Grand Prix also confirmed that the 2026 season is becoming increasingly unpredictable, with young stars rising quickly while experienced champions like Hamilton and Verstappen continue fighting back.
Montreal once again delivered unforgettable Formula 1 drama, and after this thrilling weekend, anticipation for the next race has become even greater.