F1 ACADEMY to race in Montreal until 2028

F1 ACADEMY will continue to race at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve until 2028, inclusive, following a three-year extension to the existing agreement, which sees the all-female series race in Montreal for the first time this season.

Last year, the Canadian Grand Prix welcomed a record breaking 350,000 fans across the race weekend. The announcement of this extension reflects a significant commitment from the race promotor, Octane Racing Group, to fuelling the future of female racing talent and inspiring the next generation of young women to get involved in motorsport, both on and off the track.

This weekend at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve marks the halfway point in the F1 ACADEMY title race and promises to provide fans with thrilling on track action as frontrunners Maya Weug and Doriane Pin enter the weekend separated by just a single point. Meanwhile, Canadian Nicole Havrda, who hails from British Columbia, is set to represent her home nation, racing at the Montreal circuit for the first time in her career this weekend.

The announcement of this milestone partnership comes at a time of significant fan growth for F1 ACADEMY, with the highly anticipated documentary F1: THE ACADEMY, now streaming globally on Netflix, broadcasts in over 170 global territories and a 111% growth in social following in 2024.

Susie Wolff, Managing Director of F1 ACADEMY said: “We are thrilled to be racing at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve through to 2028 in an extension that supports our expanding international platform and continually growing global fan base. The positive reception we have received from the Canadian fans has been a great privilege to witness. I want to thank the team at the Canadian Grand Prix for their support and commitment to fuelling the future of women in motorsport.”

Sandrine Garneau, Chief Operating Officer – Brand and Strategy of Octane Racing Group added: “Canada is a place where openness, inclusion, and diversity aren’t just ideals — they’re part of our identity. The enthusiastic response to F1 ACADEMY here in Montreal clearly reflects a strong desire for progress and greater representation in motorsport. We are proud to champion this new generation of fearless, talented drivers and to play a role in building a future where every young woman can see herself on the starting grid. Confirming the series’ return to our calendar is more than a scheduling decision — it’s a reaffirmation of our commitment to a sport that truly reflects the world around it.”