Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing extended his impressive winning streak at the 2023 Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday.
Operating at a pace that left his competition far behind, the reigning world champion led the race from start to finish at Montreal’s renowned Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
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The triumph held significant historical weight for both Verstappen and Red Bull Racing. The 41st win for Verstappen equalled the all-time record held by Aryton Senna, positioning him as the fifth all-time victor. Moreover, it marked the 100th win for Red Bull Racing since their entrance into F1 in 2005.
Lewis Hamilton at the 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz AMG
Surprisingly, Fernando Alonso of Aston Martin exhibited a competitive performance, swapping places with Lewis Hamilton at multiple instances throughout the race. Alonso managed to withstand Hamilton’s pressure, securing the second spot. Meanwhile, Hamilton secured the third position, standing as the sole finisher for Mercedes-Benz AMG Petronas.
George Russell at the 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz AMG
George Russell’s race took a sudden turn on lap 12 when his car collided with a barrier after losing control and running over the track curbing. Despite receiving a new set of tires and a go-ahead from his team post-inspection, he had to retire on lap 55 as a consequence of overheating brakes, likely stemming from unseen duct damage.
Ferrari at the 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix, courtesy of Ferrari
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz finished fourth and fifth respectively, following a rather uneventful race. They, along with Perez, Magnussen, and Bottas, were among the few drivers who remained on track during the Safety Car session triggered by Russell’s crash.
Incidents of near misses in the pits prompted an investigation by F1 officials. No penalties were enforced as all implicated parties, including Hamilton, Alonso, and Lando Norris, were exonerated.
Norris made a commendable but unsuccessful attempt to overtake Gasly on the final lap. However, his points finish was revoked post-race following a five-second penalty for “unsportsmanlike conduct” behind the Safety Car, an accusation tied to his alleged manipulation of traffic for McLaren’s advantage in the pits.
Following the 2023 Canadian F1 Grand Prix, Verstappen maintains a clear lead in the 2023 Drivers’ Championship with 195 points. Perez trails in second place with 126 points, while Alonso and Hamilton are closely behind with 117 and 102 points, respectively. In the Constructors’ Championship, Red Bull Racing stands at the top with a considerable lead of 321 points. Mercedes-Benz AMG follows at a distant second with 167 points, Aston Martin third with 154, and Ferrari lags with 122 points.
The final standings of the 2023 Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix are as follows:
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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
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Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin (+9.570 seconds)
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Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes-Benz AMG (+14.168 seconds)
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Charles Leclerc, Ferrari (+18.648 seconds)
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Carlos Sainz, Ferrari (+21.540 seconds)
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Sergio Perez, Red Bull Racing (+51.028 seconds)
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Alexander Albon, Williams (+60.813 seconds)
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Esteban Ocon, Alpine (+61.692 seconds)
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Lance Stroll, Aston Martin (+64.402 seconds)
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Valtteri Bottas, Alfa Romeo (+64.432 seconds)
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Oscar Piastri, McLaren (+65.101 seconds)
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Pierre Gasly, Alpine (+65.249 seconds)
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Lando Norris, McLaren (+68.363 seconds)
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Yuki Tsunoda, AlphaTauri (+73.423 seconds)
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Niko Hulkenberg, Haas (+1 lap)
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Zhou Guanyu, Alfa Romeo (+1 lap)
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Kevin Magnussen, Haas (+1 lap)
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Nyck De Vries, AlphaTauri (+1 lap)
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George Russel, Mercedes-Benz AMG (retired)
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Logan Sargeant, Williams (retired)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Max Verstappen 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix Win
Who won the 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix?
Max Verstappen from Red Bull Racing won the 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix.
How significant was Max Verstappen’s win at the 2023 Canadian Grand Prix?
Verstappen’s win at the 2023 Canadian Grand Prix was historic. It was his 41st win, tying him with Aryton Senna for the fifth all-time record. Moreover, it marked the 100th win for Red Bull Racing since their entrance into F1 in 2005.
Which driver had an unexpected strong performance at the 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix?
Fernando Alonso from Aston Martin had an unexpectedly strong performance. He managed to secure second place, constantly swapping positions with Lewis Hamilton throughout the race.
What incident occurred with George Russell during the 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix?
George Russell hit the barrier with the right rear of his car on lap 12, after losing control and going over the track curbing. Despite getting new tires and a green light to continue from his team, he had to retire on lap 55 due to his brakes overheating.
Who are the top contenders in the 2023 Drivers’ Championship after the Canadian Grand Prix?
After the Canadian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen is leading in the 2023 Drivers’ Championship with 195 points. He is followed by Perez with 126 points, Alonso with 117 points, and Hamilton with 102 points.
Who led the Constructors’ Championship after the 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix?
Red Bull Racing was leading the Constructors’ Championship after the 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix with 321 points. They were followed by Mercedes-Benz AMG with 167 points, and Aston Martin with 154 points.