The Aston Martin driver was overjoyed to start her Montreal weekend with some silverware, achieving her first F1 ACADEMY podium in the Opening Race.

Mathilda Paatz was overjoyed to start her Montreal weekend with some silverware, as the Aston Martin driver achieved her first F1 ACADEMY podium in the Opening Race.

Paatz eyes more in Montreal after maiden F1 ACADEMY podium

Following the conclusion of the F1 ACADEMY Opening Race in Montreal, Rachel Robertson and Payton Westcott have been handed time penalties.

Robertson and Westcott handed penalties following Montreal Opening Race

Alisha Palmowski converted pole position into a dominant drive, maintaining full control to achieve the largest winning margin in F1 ACADEMY history.

Alisha Palmowski converted pole position into a dominant drive in the Montreal Opening Race, maintaining full control to achieve the largest winning margin in F1 ACADEMY history.

OPENING RACE: Palmowski drives off into the distance for lights-to-flag Montreal victory

Kaylee Countryman was left feeling encouraged after she scored her first top-eight result in Qualifying.

Kaylee Countryman was left feeling encouraged after she scored her first top-eight result in Qualifying, with the Haas driver optimistic about her chances in Montreal.

‘Take the negatives and accept the positives’ — Countryman reveals challenge ahead first-ever Reverse Grid Race pole

The Red Bull Racing driver admitted she had to breathe a sigh of relief as she converted her Free Practice pace into back-to-back pole positions.

Alisha Palmowski was untouchable in Montreal Qualifying, but the Red Bull Racing driver admitted she had to breathe a sigh of relief as she converted her Free Practice pace into back-to-back pole positions.

‘That’s been a speciality of mine’ - Palmowski ‘relieved’ by double pole position in Montreal

Alisha Palmowski ran the show in Montreal Qualifying, leading from the start to seal both pole position for the Opening Race and Feature Race. 

QUALIFYING: Palmowski dominates from the outset to seal Montreal pole

The fastest rookie in Free Practice, the TAG Heuer driver is optimistic that her setup gamble has set her up well for what’s to come in Qualifying.

Megan Bruce was the fastest rookie in Free Practice and the TAG Heuer driver is optimistic that her setup gamble has set her up well for what’s to come in Qualifying.

Bruce confident Free Practice risks can translate into top-five pace in Montreal Qualifying

Alisha Palmowski got her Montreal weekend off to a strong start, ending the only Practice session at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve fastest of all.

Alisha Palmowski got her Montreal weekend off to a strong start, ending the one and only Practice session at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve fastest of all.

PRACTICE: Palmowski sets the pace ahead of Felbermayr in Montreal 

We've got you covered with all you need to know this weekend at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve from session times to paddock signings.

Bonjour Montreal! We can't wait for an action-packed F1 ACADEMY weekend to get underway at the FORMULA 1 LENOVO GRAND PRIX DU CANADA 2026.

Whether you're a long-time fan of the series or enjoying F1 ACADEMY for the first time, we can't wait to welcome you for Round 2 of the 2026 seaso. If you're looking to experience a real-life racing paddock or catch a glimpse of your favourite drivers, don't worry as we've got you covered with all the information you'll need to know this weekend at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve...

Your Fan Guide to F1 ACADEMY at the FORMULA 1 LENOVO GRAND PRIX DU CANADA 2026.

Heading back to the scene of her maiden win, Felbermayr is embracing being the one to beat and has made it clear she won’t back down without a fight.

Emma Felbermayr entered the 2026 campaign in the shadow of many of her second-year rivals. Despite a solid rookie season, the Audi driver wasn’t tipped as a title threat, but she’s got no intention of letting that narrative stick.
Heading back to the scene of her maiden F1 ACADEMY win a year ago, and now leading the Drivers’ Standings, Felbermayr is embracing being the one to beat and has made it clear she won’t back down without a fight.



ONE YEAR ON: Emma Felbermayr opens up on ‘unexpected’ Montreal victory and why she’s got a point to prove in the 2026 title fight

Before the on-track action kicks off, we’re here to give you a rundown of the biggest stories to watch out for at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve. 

Almost two months after the season opener, the 2026 F1 ACADEMY season resumes this weekend as the paddock makes its way to Montreal.
The Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve produced some of last year’s most exciting races, and even more unmissable action is in store this time around. Before the on-track action kicks off, we’re here to give you a rundown of the biggest stories to watch out for in Canada.


MONTREAL PREVIEW: Talking points ahead of Round 2 

Ahead of Round 2 in Montreal, Disney and Formula 1’s “Fuel the Magic” campaign comes to life with a brand-new F1 ACADEMY merchandise collection.

Ahead of Round 2 in Montreal, Disney and Formula 1’s “Fuel the Magic” campaign comes to life with a brand-new F1 ACADEMY merchandise collection and fan experiences across the race weekend.

Discover the new Disney x F1 ACADEMY merchandise collection in Montreal

The 18-year-old Canadian will make her F1 ACADEMY debut as the Wild Card entry for Round 2 of the 2026 season at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve.

Autumn Fisher will compete in Montreal as an F1 Academy Wild Card entry for Standard Chartered.

Autumn Fisher confirmed as Standard Chartered Wild Card entry for F1 ACADEMY Montreal round

Here’s everything to get you up to speed on the how the new format works and why it is being introduced.

F1 ACADEMY is shaking up selected race weekends with a brand new three-race format hitting the track soon.
Here’s everything to get you up to speed on the exciting addition with all you need to know about how it works, why it is being introduced and how the new points on offer could shake up the title fight. 


EXPLAINED: What is the ‘Opening Race’ and new three-race F1 ACADEMY weekend format?

F1 ACADEMY is introducing a new three-race weekend for select events, debuting at Round 2 in Montreal and returning at Round 5 in Austin.

F1 ACADEMY has today announced the introduction of a new three-race weekend format for select events in 2026 and beyond, debuting at Round 2 at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal, Canada, and returning at Round 5 at the Circuit of the Americas, Austin, USA.

F1 ACADEMY introduces three-race weekend format in Montreal and Austin

Sit back and enjoy this extended battle between Emma Felbermayr, Nina Gademan, and Ella Lloyd for the final podium positions in Montreal Race 2.

A Safety Car restart late in the race resulted in a nail-biting final lap battle in Race 2 of F1 ACADEMY's Round 4 in Montreal. Sit back and enjoy this extended battle between Emma Felbermayr, Nina Gademan, and Ella Lloyd for the final podium positions in Canada.

WATCH: A Three-Car Final Lap Fight For The Win In Montreal Race 2

WATCH: A three-car final lap fight for the win in Montreal Race 2

Maya Weug reflects on the mental side of motorsport — sharing how she stayed strong through a tough Montreal weekend impacted by technical issues.

WATCH: Maya Weug On A Racing Driver's Mindset 

WATCH: Maya Weug on a racing driver's mindset 

Nicole Havrda and Mathilda Paatz sit down to talk all things F1 ACADEMY and what it means to race in Canada.

WATCH: Nicole Havrda And Mathilda Paatz On Racing In Canada… And On Water 

WATCH: Nicole Havrda and Mathilda Paatz on racing in Canada… and on water 

Wrapping up Round 4, Nicole Havrda, Rafaela Ferreira and Aiva Anagnostiadis reflect on their growth so far and their focus heading into Zandvoort.

Part 5 of Follow the Rookies wraps up the Montreal weekend, and the series, with Nicole Havrda, Rafaela Ferreira and Aiva Anagnostiadis reflecting on their growth so far and their focus heading into Zandvoort. 

WATCH: Follow The Rookies - Part 5 with Havrda, Ferreira and Anagnostiadis in Montreal

Go behind the scenes with Nicole Havrda, Rafaela Ferreira and Aiva Anagnostiadis as they take on a high-stakes weekend at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve

In Part 4 of Follow the Rookies, go behind the scenes with Nicole Havrda, Rafaela Ferreira and Aiva Anagnostiadis as they take on a high-stakes weekend at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal. 

WATCH: Follow The Rookies - Part 4 with Havrda, Ferreira and Anagnostiadis in Montreal

The Mercedes driver might not have stood on the top step on Sunday, but she was the big winner as she regained the lead of the Drivers’ Standings.

Doriane Pin might not have stood on the top step on Sunday, but the Mercedes driver was the big winner at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve as she regained the lead of the Drivers’ Standings.

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