Canadian Grand Prix TV schedule and timetable

Formula 1 returns after a week-long break following the Spanish Grand Prix, heading to Montreal and the Gilles-Villeneuve circuit for the tenth round of the 2025 season. With McLaren in dominant form and Max Verstappen on the verge of suspension, this Canadian Grand Prix already promises to be eventful. Find all the schedules and key information below to follow the weekend from Notre-Dame Island.

McLaren widens the gap

Oscar Piastri secured his fifth victory of the season at the Spanish Grand Prix, consolidating his position as championship leader with 186 points. His teammate Lando Norris, in second place with 176 points, remains close behind despite the gap widening slightly to 10 points.

This new double allowed McLaren to widen a considerable gap in the constructors’ standings with 362 points, 197 points ahead of Ferrari (165 points), which climbed to second place ahead of Mercedes (159 points) and Red Bull (144 points).

Verstappen under pressure

Max Verstappen is experiencing an unprecedented situation in his career. The Dutchman is in third place in the drivers’ championship with 137 points, 49 points behind Piastri. Worse still, the four-time world champion is one penalty point away from an automatic suspension after his collision with George Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix.

The stewards have given him three additional penalty points, bringing his total to 11 points on his super license. Therefore, another infraction during the upcoming races in Canada or Austria could result in a suspension, something unprecedented for a driver of this caliber since the implementation of this system. Two of his points will expire at the end of June after the Austrian Grand Prix, but until then, Verstappen will need to drive impeccably to avoid a historic penalty.

Hamilton in search of a renaissance

Lewis Hamilton, the record holder for victories in Montreal with seven wins, hopes that this return to his favorite grounds will reignite his difficult season. The seven-time world champion, sixth in the championship with only 71 points, is still seeking his first main race victory under the Ferrari colors.

The Italian team, despite a chaotic start to the season with only three podiums, surprisingly holds second place in the constructors’ championship. The rear wishbone suspension issues continue to hinder the red car’s performance, particularly at high speeds. The visible and invisible developments mentioned by Frédéric Vasseur in Spain could bear fruit on this circuit favorable to powerful cars.

Stroll returning home?

Lance Stroll should be present for his home Grand Prix. The Canadian had to declare a withdrawal in Spain due to wrist pains requiring surgery. According to the latest information, the Aston Martin driver is on track to participate in Friday’s practice sessions.

His presence represents an important challenge for Aston Martin and the Canadian public, who are eagerly awaiting their national driver on the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.

Favorable weather conditions

Contrary to typical Montreal weather, the forecast looks mild this weekend. Predictions indicate temperatures around 20-23°C with sunny conditions. There’s a slight chance of rain on Sunday, but nothing like the extreme conditions of 2011 that extended the race over four hours.

A demanding course for brakes

The Gilles-Villeneuve circuit places particular demands on braking systems with its multiple zones of sharp deceleration. The long straights followed by tight chicanes require precise and repeated braking, putting the discs and pads to the test.

This technical feature, along with Canadian temperatures, could hold some surprises for the teams, depending on their ability to manage brake temperatures over the race distance.

The sessions of the Canadian Grand Prix will be broadcast live on Canal+ (France), TIPIK and Auvio (Belgium), and RTS (Switzerland). All the schedules can be found below.

The TV Schedule for the Canadian Grand Prix in France

The TV Schedule for the Canadian Grand Prix in Belgium

The TV Schedule for the Canadian Grand Prix in Switzerland