Canadian GP Starting Grid: Russell Shines, Piastri Ready to Attack

Qualifying in Montreal is complete, and the starting grid for the Canadian Grand Prix is set: Formula 1 is gearing up for what promises to be a thrilling race!

Qualifying in Montreal delivered a true spectacle, with red flags, unexpected eliminations, and plenty of drama. But when the dust settled, it was George Russell who emerged on top, securing pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix. Right behind him, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri will start from second and third, promising a thrilling battle into Turn 1.

One of the biggest shocks of the session was Carlos Sainz, who had shown great pace in FP1 by finishing third, but failed to make an impact in qualifying, ending up only 18th overall.

Penalties: Tsunoda Drops Down the Grid

As of now, only one penalty has been confirmed by the stewards: Yuki Tsunoda has received a 10-place grid penalty for failing to respect red flags during FP3. This significantly compromises his starting position and will force him to fight from the back.

UPDATE (9:15): Isack Hadjar has also been handed a penalty for impeding Carlos Sainz. As a result, the Frenchman will start from 12th place.

UPDATE (15:20): Third grid penalty for the Canadian GP! Pierre Gasly will start from the pit lane after Alpine breached parc fermé regulations.

UPDATE (19:00): Another grid change! Liam Lawson will also start from the pit lane.

The STARTING GRID

Full Starting Grid – Canadian Grand Prix

1. George Russell (Mercedes) – 1:10.899
2. Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing) – +0.160
3. Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – +0.221
4. Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) – +0.492
5. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) – +0.627
6. Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) – +0.687
7. Lando Norris (McLaren) – +0.726
8. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – +0.783
9. Alexander Albon (Williams) – +1.008
10. Franco Colapinto (Alpine)
11. Nico Hulkenberg (Kick Sauber)
12. Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls) – +0.968 – PENALTY
13. Oliver Bearman (Haas F1 Team)
14. Esteban Ocon (Haas F1 Team)
15. Gabriel Bortoleto (Kick Sauber)
16. Carlos Sainz (Williams)
17. Lance Stroll (Aston Martin)
18. Yuki Tsunoda (Red Bull Racing) – PENALTY
19. Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls) – FROM THE PIT LANE
20. Pierre Gasly (Alpine) – FROM THE PIT LANE

Photo: Scuderia Ferrari HP