Canadian GP: Max Verstappen soaks up late Carlos Sainz pressure to win in Montreal
Max Verstappen dealt with late Carlos Sainz pressure to win the Canadian Grand Prix and further boost his title defence chances.
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Canadian GP: Lewis Hamilton 'ecstatic' as he returns to podium places
Lewis Hamilton recorded his second podium finish of the season at the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday, and said that it was ‘overwhelming’ to achieve third place behind Max Verstappen and Carlos Sainz.
Christian Horner wary of Mercedes pace and hints at Ferrari upgrades ahead of Silverstone
Red Bull boss Christian Horner has said that Mercedes could be a factor at the British Grand Prix and that Ferrari might be bringing upgrades to Silverstone.
Hamilton all smiles after qualifying fourth
Twenty-four hours after lambasting his car as "un-driveable" and the worst of his Formula One career, Lewis Hamilton smiled with joy after qualifying fourth for Mercedes at the Canadian Grand Prix.
Canadian GP: Rain Man Max Verstappen Takes Pole Position Ahead Of Fernando Alonso
World champion and series leader Max Verstappen drove expertly in difficult wet conditions in his Red Bull on Saturday to secure pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix. In an intriguing and entertaining qualifying session, the 24-year-old Dutchman clocked a best lap in one minute and 21.299 seconds, beating nearest rival two-time world champion Fernando Alonso of Alpine by seven-tenths of a second. Verstappen will start his 150th race from the prime start place after claiming his 15th pole in pursuit of a 26th career victory.
Canadian GP: Lewis Hamilton's five-word dig at Mercedes car
Ahead of his post-race interview on Friday, Lewis Hamilton was heard describing his Mercedes as “so bad.”
Lewis Hamilton reveals increase in headaches as bouncing continues
Lewis Hamilton has revealed how he has suffered from more headaches than usual in the last few months, likely caused by the bouncing in his Mercedes.
Canadian GP: Charles Leclerc's Hopes Hit By Grid Penalty As Rival Max Verstappen Shines
Charles Leclerc's hopes of victory at this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix were dented on Friday when it was confirmed he will face a substantial grid penalty for Sunday's race. Soon after finishing second behind series leader and world champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull in second practice at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Ferrari said they would be fitting new electronic control components to Leclerc's power unit. The 24-year-old Monegasque has suffered two engine failures this year and the new parts will mean he exceeds the limit and will face a penalty of at least 10 places.