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News18
3 days ago
- Automotive
- News18
F1 Extends Canadian GP Till 2035 With New Extension
Last Updated: The Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal will remain on the F1 calendar until 2035 after a four-year extension. The Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal will remain on the calendar until 2035 after securing a four-year extension to the existing deal, Formula One announced on Tuesday. The contract renewal also includes a long-term extension to Bell Media's media rights agreement, according to the Liberty Media-owned sport. Last weekend's grand prix at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve marked the 54th edition since the race first appeared in the championship in 1967. Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, named after the legendary Canadian F1 driver, has been the permanent host since 1978 and is a favourite among drivers and fans. It is known for its heavy-braking chicanes, the famous hairpin, and the iconic Wall of Champions at the end of the lap. 'I would like to thank the promoter, Octane Racing Group, for their continued efforts in upgrading this iconic venue in recent years, and all local, regional, and national political stakeholders who have worked closely together to make this event what it is today," said F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali. Four current drivers – George Russell, Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, and Fernando Alonso – have all claimed victory at the 4.36 km circuit. Hamilton shares the record for most wins at the venue with Michael Schumacher, both having triumphed seven times. Next year's race will be held earlier than usual, on May 24, after switching places with Monaco to align more closely with Miami.
TimesLIVE
3 days ago
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Formula 1 renews Canadian GP contract until 2035
The Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal will stay on the calendar until the end of 2035 after agreeing to a four-year extension to the existing deal, Formula One said on Tuesday. The contract renewal also includes a long-term extension to Bell Media's media rights deal, the Liberty Media-owned sport added. Last weekend's grand prix at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve was the 54th edition since the race first featured in the championship in 1967. The Montreal track, named after the late Ferrari great and father of 1997 world champion Jacques, became the permanent host in 1978. 'I would like to thank the promoter, Octane Racing Group, for their continued efforts in upgrading this iconic venue in recent years, and all local, regional, and national political stakeholders who have worked closely together to make this event what it is today,' said F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali. The race's previous contract extension was to 2029 but two of those years (2020 and 2021) were during the Covid-19 pandemic when Formula One did not visit and the deal was extended to 2031. Next year's race will be held earlier than previously with a new May 24 slot after switching with Monaco and aligning more closely with Miami.
The Star
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Star
Motor racing-Canadian Grand Prix to stay on F1 calendar through 2035
FILE PHOTO: Jun 15, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, Canada; Mercedes driver George Russell (63) during the F1 Canadian Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images/File Photo (Reuters) -The Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal will stay on the calendar through 2035 after agreeing a four-year extension to the existing deal, Formula One said on Tuesday. The contract renewal also includes a long-term extension to Bell Media's media rights deal, the Liberty Media-owned sport added. Last weekend's grand prix at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve was the 54th edition since the race first featured in the championship in 1967. The Montreal track, named after the late Ferrari great and father of 1997 world champion Jacques, became the permanent host in 1978. "I would like to thank the promoter, Octane Racing Group, for their continued efforts in upgrading this iconic venue in recent years, and all local, regional, and national political stakeholders who have worked closely together to make this event what it is today," said F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali. The race's previous contract extension was to 2029 but two of those years (2020 and 2021) were during the COVID-19 pandemic when Formula One did not visit and the deal was extended to 2031. Next year's race will be held earlier than previously with a new May 24 slot after switching with Monaco and aligning more closely with Miami. (Reporting by Alan Baldwin in London, editing by Christian Radnedge)
Straits Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Straits Times
Canadian Grand Prix to stay on F1 calendar through 2035
FILE PHOTO: Formula One F1 - Canadian Grand Prix - Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal, Quebec, Canada - June 15, 2025 Formula One Group CEO Stefano Domenicali ahead of the race REUTERS/Mathieu Belanger/File Photo The Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal will stay on the calendar through 2035 after agreeing a four-year extension to the existing deal, Formula One said on Tuesday. The contract renewal also includes a long-term extension to Bell Media's media rights deal, the Liberty Media-owned sport added. Last weekend's grand prix at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve was the 54th edition since the race first featured in the championship in 1967. The Montreal track, named after the late Ferrari great and father of 1997 world champion Jacques, became the permanent host in 1978. "I would like to thank the promoter, Octane Racing Group, for their continued efforts in upgrading this iconic venue in recent years, and all local, regional, and national political stakeholders who have worked closely together to make this event what it is today," said F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali. The race's previous contract extension was to 2029 but two of those years (2020 and 2021) were during the COVID-19 pandemic when Formula One did not visit and the deal was extended to 2031. Next year's race will be held earlier than previously with a new May 24 slot after switching with Monaco and aligning more closely with Miami. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
The Star
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
F1 movie could not have been made without Hamilton, says director
MONTREAL: Brad Pitt's soon-to-be-released Formula One movie could not have been made without Lewis Hamilton, director Joseph Kosinski said on Friday. The Apple Original film 'F1', with action scenes filmed at race weekends with the Liberty Media-owned sport's cooperation, is due in cinemas and IMAX internationally on June 25 and in North America on June 27.
