Canadian Grand Prix has been the part of the F1 World
Championship since 1967. First played in 1961, it was soon included in
the Grand Prix for the experience it provided. Also known as Montreal
Grand Prix, it is one of the most watched Formula 1 Grand Prix in the
world.
Information
F1 Canadian Grand Prix is among the most watched
Formula 1 Grand Prix. It has been the part of F1 World Championship
since 1967.
Canadian Grand Prix
Laps | 70 |
Circuit length | 4.361 km (2.709 mi) |
Race length | 305.270 km (189.694 mi) |
First held | First held |
Most wins (drivers) | Michael Schumacher (7) |
Most wins (constructors) | Ferrari (13) |
Brief History
The racing event was first organized at Mosport Park in Bowmanville, Ontario. After Formula One taking over the event it alternated between Mosport and Circuit Mont-Tremblant, Quebec. After 1971 safety concerns led to the Grand Prix moving to Mosport. In 1978 the Canadian Grand Prix shifted to its current place on Ile Notre-Dame in Montreal, Canada.
Record Holders
Michael Schumacher holds the record of most wins (7) here. Nelson Piquet is second with three wins.
Drivers Having Multiple Wins
Michael Schumacher | 1994, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
Nelson Piquet | 1982, 1984, 1991 |
Jacky Ickx | 1969, 1970 |
Jackie Stewart | 1971, 1972 |
Alan Jones | 1979, 1980 |
Ayrton Senna | 1988, 1990 |