Montreal Grand Prix 2025: Dates, Results, Tickets & Highlights

Fans at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve witnessed something special on June 15, 2025. George Russell took his first win of the season in commanding fashion—claiming pole, the race victory, and the fastest lap en route to his first career hat-trick—while Mercedes secured their first Canadian Grand Prix victory since 2019. More than 352,000 spectators filled the Montreal circuit for a weekend that will linger in the memory.

Date: June 15, 2025 · Location: Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal · Official Name: Formula 1 Pirelli Grand Prix du Canada 2025 · Circuit: Circuit Gilles Villeneuve · Top Result Source: Formula1.com and Wikipedia

What are the dates for Grand Prix 2025?

The 2025 Canadian Grand Prix formed round 10 of the 24-race FIA Formula One World Championship. FP1 ran Friday, June 13, 2025, from 13:30–14:30 local time, with FP2 following the same afternoon. FP3 and qualifying occupied Saturday, June 14, 2025, with the qualifying session running 16:56–17:56 local time.

Race day fell on Sunday, June 15, 2025, with the start time set for 14:00 local (Montreal sits 4 hours behind UTC). The event also featured F1 Academy Round 4 across the same three days, giving support-series fans additional action to watch.

Is F1 coming to Montreal in 2025?

Yes. The Formula 1 Pirelli Grand Prix du Canada 2025 confirmed its place on the championship calendar at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, the 4.361-kilometer street circuit on Île Sainte-Hélène in Montreal. The venue has hosted the Canadian Grand Prix since 1978, with the current layout remaining largely unchanged since Jacques Villeneuve’s namesake track became a fixture on the F1 calendar.

The event drew 352,000 spectators across the race weekend, an attendance figure that ranks among the highest for any sporting event in Canada during 2025. Official confirmation came through Formula1.com and the event’s dedicated page at gpcanada.ca.

Schedule overview

• Friday, June 13: FP1 (13:30–14:30) and FP2
• Saturday, June 14: FP3 and Qualifying (16:56–17:56)
• Sunday, June 15: Race Day (14:00 start)

Who won the Montreal Grand Prix in 2025?

George Russell crossed the line first, securing victory for Mercedes in a race time of 1h 31’52.688 over 70 laps. The British driver started from pole position and never relinquished the lead, completing a rare hat-trick of pole, win, and fastest lap—the first of his Formula 1 career.

Max Verstappen finished 0.228 seconds behind Russell, denying the Dutch driver a first Canadian Grand Prix victory since his dominant 2021 season. Kimi Antonelli claimed the final podium position, with the young Italian becoming the third youngest podium finisher in Formula 1 history at age 18.

Podium finishers

• 1st: George Russell (Mercedes) — 1h 31’52.688
• 2nd: Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing) — +0.228s
• 3rd: Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) — +1.014s

Notable retirements

Lando Norris retired after 66 laps, while Liam Lawson failed to classify due to a power unit failure on lap 53. Alexander Albon also retired on lap 46 with a power unit issue. Late-race drama involving the McLaren pair added to the intrigue, with both championship protagonists ultimately failing to finish.

How much do Montreal F1 tickets cost?

Specific 2025 ticket pricing was not publicly listed at the time of this report. The official ticket sales operated through authorized partners linked from gpcanada.ca, though precise category pricing varied by access level and vendor. Attendance figures for the event are available: 352,000 spectators descended on Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve across the race weekend.

The gap between reported attendance and available pricing data means prospective attendees should check the official Grand Prix website directly for current pricing information. Historical data from previous years suggests general admission, grandstand, and hospitality options exist, but 2025-specific figures require direct verification.

Where is the Canadian Grand Prix 2025 held?

The race took place at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, a 4.361-kilometer street circuit built on Île Sainte-Hélène in the Saint Lawrence River, adjacent to downtown Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The track features 14 turns and runs counterclockwise, with the famous Wall of Champions at the final corner claiming numerous high-profile victims over the decades.

The circuit’s proximity to the iconic Notre-Dame Basilica and Montreal’s Old Port makes it one of the most visually distinctive venues on the F1 calendar. Grandstands line the main straight, the chicane section, and the hairpin at Turn 10, with the Île Notre-Dame extension providing additional runoff areas added in later configurations.

Circuit information

The Montreal circuit rewards brave drivers—those who trust their brakes and commit to the walls come away with results.

Championship implications

The Montreal result carried significant weight in both championships. Oscar Piastri emerged as the drivers’ leader with 198 points, extending his advantage over Lando Norris to 22 points following his teammate’s retirement. McLaren extended their constructors’ lead to 374 points, with Mercedes second at 199—a 175-point gap.

George Russell’s victory moved him to fourth in the championship standings, 19 points behind Verstappen. With 14 rounds remaining after Montreal, the title races remain wide open despite McLaren’s constructor advantage.

Russell moved to fourth in the drivers’ standings, 19 points behind Verstappen, while McLaren’s constructor lead reached 175 points over Mercedes.

Race timeline

The weekend began with Friday practice sessions establishing early pace, with Russell immediately showing strong form. Qualifying confirmed the Mercedes front-row lockout before the race delivered on its preview promise.

• Friday, June 13: FP1 and FP2 at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve
• Saturday, June 14: FP3 and qualifying—Russell on pole
• Sunday, June 15: Race day—Russell converts pole to victory
• Post-race: Championship standings update, highlights release

Race recap and standout moments

George Russell dominated from start to finish, the Mercedes driver converting his pole position into a commanding victory. The afternoon belonged to Mercedes, with Antonelli’s third-place finish completing a memorable 1-3 for the team.

“George Russell delivered a commanding drive to win the Formula 1 2025 Canadian Grand Prix, converting pole into victory while the McLaren duo of Lando Norris collided late.”

— Silverstone News (Motorsport Publication)

The late-race collision between the McLaren pair provided unexpected drama, with both championship contenders forced to retire. The incident handed Russell’s victory additional significance while reshaping the title race.

“George Russell secured a commanding pole and converted it into his first win of the season, marking Mercedes’ return atop the podium in Canada.”

— Montreal Grand Prix Official (Event Organizer)

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George Russell’s Montreal victory capped Mercedes’ strong form after Lando Norris’s success at the Monaco Grand Prix from May 23 to 25.

Frequently asked questions

The 2025 Canadian Grand Prix delivered exactly what Montreal crowds expect: tight racing, unexpected drama, and a historic result. Russell’s hat-trick marked Mercedes’ resurgence while the McLaren championship implosion ensured the title fight remains unpredictable with 14 rounds remaining.

For fans planning ahead, the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix is already on the calendar for May 24, 2026. Ticket availability and early-bird pricing typically appear on the official Grand Prix website several months before each event.