F1's annual visit to Quebec is rarely free of drama or controversy, but by bringing the Montreal race forward in the year May put the race's fate in the laps of Canada's weather gods more than ever. But despite the cold conditions and the threat of rain which never really materialised, the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve served up an absorbing spectacle with duels across the top six, and a costly retirement which may change the face of the 2026 title battle.
Loser - McLaren
The prospect of F1 2026's first wet-weather race kept several teams up at night, but as drizzle persisted throughout race morning, the skies cleared up right at the start of the race. That caught out several teams, with McLaren the main offender as its advantageous starting position meant the choice for intermediate tyres on both cars was quite the gamble.
