
Mechanical issues knock Verstappen team out of 24h Nürburgring lead

The drivers and teams report back from the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix.

Alexander Albon was forced to miss sprint qualifying at the Canadian Grand Prix after a bizarre collision with a groundhog during the opening practice session caused major damage to his Williams. The post Albon absent from F1 sprint qualifying after hitting groundhog appeared first on ApexF1.com.

Liam Lawson admitted frustration after narrowly missing out on Q3 at the Canadian Grand Prix, despite believing Racing Bulls had the pace to place both cars inside the top 10. The post Lawson banking on rain after latest Canada setback appeared first on ApexF1.com.

Kimi Antonelli has shared an insight into what came from a conversation he shared with George Russell and team boss Toto Wolff following the team mates’ tense battle in the Canada Sprint.

The final point on offer in the Canada Sprint went to Racing Bulls rookie Arvid Lindblad, who crossed the line in P8.

Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff has given his verdict on the clash between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell in the Canadian Grand Prix Sprint, stating “you can’t expect to have a lion in the car and a puppy outside” regarding the Italian teenager.

George Russell won the sprint race in Montreal after tangling with team mate and championship rival Andrea Kimi Antonelli.

Antonelli’s stunning 2026 season continued in Montreal as the teenager secured a fourth win of the season.

Check out the results from Top Qualifying 3 ahead of the Nurburgring 24 Hours!