Formula 1 will stay in Montreal until 2035: A celebration for Canadian fans!

Formula 1 will stay in Montreal until 2035: A celebration for Canadian fans!

Formula 1 has taken a significant step by extending its contract with the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in Montreal until 2035. This good news was officially announced by Formula 1, led by CEO Stefano Domenicali. The organizers of the Canadian Grand Prix, the Octane Racing Group, have also made a long-term commitment to modernizing the infrastructure on the circuit. This leaves Canada as one of the main attractions on the international racing calendar.

The Canadian Grand Prix, which is considered the country's largest sporting event, was first held in 1967 and has been held at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve since 1978. With its rich history and passionate fan base, Montreal has established itself as an important venue for Formula 1. Due to the cancellations in 2020 and 2021, the contract that originally ran until 2029 has now been extended early by four years.

Long-term perspective for Canada

The new contract ensures that the Canadian Grand Prix remains an integral part of the Formula 1 calendar in the coming years. Montreal will thus receive the long-term support that is necessary to continue to expand and adapt the event infrastructure. Stefano Domenicali praised the energy of the city and the enthusiasm of the fans, which contribute significantly to the atmosphere of the race.

The economic benefits of the race should also not be underestimated. The major event attracts numerous tourists every year, which benefits Canadian companies and citizens. Also part of the long-term strategy is the media rights agreement with Bell Media, which has also been extended to increase access to coverage and visibility.

History and records

The Canadian Grand Prix is ​​not just a major sporting event; it is also rich in historical moments. The first Formula 1 race in Montreal took place in 1978 and was won by Gilles Villeneuve. Since then there have only been a few exceptions in which the race was not on the calendar. Current drivers with victories in Montreal include George Russell, Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso. Notably, Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher share the record for most wins at this track - seven each.

By extending the contract until 2035, Canada not only secures a place in the racing calendar, but also consolidates its role as an important venue within modern Formula 1. Austrian and international fans can look forward to many exciting races on the Ile Notre Dame, where the Grand Prix will take place at least ten times.

With this decision, Formula 1 becomes the fifth race organizer to sign a long-term contract until 2035, joining virtual tracks in Madrid, Bahrain and Australia. Miami has the longest contract to date, which runs until at least 2041.

Further details on the topic can be found in the reports from crown, Laola1 and formula 1.