2026 Canadian Grand Prix: Formula 1 Standings, Rain Forecast, and Key Race Highlights

Kimi Räikkönen secured a dominant victory at the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix, extending his lead in the World Drivers’ Championship as George Russell’s race ended in retirement due to a mechanical failure. The race, held under challenging weather conditions, saw Räikkönen capitalize on a strategic pit stop and the failure of his rivals to claim his fourth win of the season.

Räikkönen’s triumph came amid a rain-affected race at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, where the unpredictable weather played a critical role in shaping the outcome. The Finnish driver, who started in third position, overtook early leaders Lewis Hamilton and Charles Le