Starting Grid and TV Schedules for the 2026 Canadian F1 Grand Prix

Meet in Montreal this Sunday, May 24 at 10 PM for the fifth round of the 2026 F1 season.

George Russell continues to master the Gilles-Villeneuve circuit, which hosts the Canadian Grand Prix. Already securing pole positions in Montreal in 2024 and 2025, the Mercedes driver clinched a third consecutive pole, confirming the excellent form of the star-embellished firm on Notre-Dame Island. The Brit will once again share the front row with Kimi Antonelli, who was beaten by only 0.068 seconds, just like in the Sprint qualifying.

After their intense duel on Saturday earlier in the weekend, the two men will need to avoid any excess commitment at the start of a Grand Prix that could quickly become treacherous. Because behind the Mercedes, the McLarens remain poised to strike. Third on the grid, Lando Norris displayed a very solid pace in the Sprint and is determined to play the role of spoiler against the Silver Arrows.

The rain in Montreal?

The weather could also shuffle the cards. Rain is expected Sunday evening in Montreal, opening the door to surprises and spectacular comebacks. In these conditions, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, positioned on the third row, could quickly re-enter the battle for victory. The two world champions precede Isack Hadjar and Charles Leclerc, who are seventh and eighth, respectively.

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• 23/05/2026 17:24

Start Grid and TV Schedule for the 2026 Canadian F1 Sprint

Further down in the top 10, Arvid Lindblad and Franco Colapinto will try to confirm their strong qualifications, while French drivers Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon will need to be aggressive to hope for significant points in the championship. The start of the Canadian Grand Prix will be given on Sunday at 10 PM French time.

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