News · 18 May 2026

Lights Out in Canada: GP Weekend Begins Friday, May 22

Britain’s Formula 1 audience faces a late-night weekend as the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix brings evening sessions for UK viewers, with Sunday’s 70-lap race beginning at 9pm BST. Action at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve starts with first practice on Friday at 5.30pm BST, followed by Sprint Qualifying at 9.30pm BST. The Sprint Race takes place on Saturday at 5pm BST, before qualifying for the Grand Prix begins at 9pm BST.

By BriefTea Editorial · 18 May 2026 at 18:03

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