Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
Montreal, Canada
Race Date
May 24, 2026
Track Length
4.361km
Turns
14
DRS Zones
2
Race Laps
70
Lap Record
1:13.078
Valtteri Bottas (2019)
Elevation
5m
The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve on Montreal's Île Notre-Dame is a semi-permanent circuit that combines high-speed straights with tight chicanes. The notorious 'Wall of Champions' at the final chicane has caught out multiple World Champions over the years. Low-grip surface and heavy braking put enormous stress on brakes and tires.
Named after legendary Canadian driver Gilles Villeneuve, this circuit has hosted the Canadian Grand Prix since 1978. Built on a man-made island created for Expo 67, the track uses the island's roads combined with purpose-built sections. It's famous for producing unexpected results and its proximity to downtown Montreal makes it a fan favorite.
Jenson Button won after over four hours of racing (including a two-hour red flag), coming from last place to first in one of the greatest comeback victories in F1 history.
Michael Schumacher, Damon Hill, and Jacques Villeneuve — all World Champions — crashed at the final chicane exit wall during the same race, giving it its famous name.
Sebastian Vettel crossed the line first but was penalized five seconds for an unsafe rejoin, handing victory to Lewis Hamilton in a hugely controversial decision.
| Year | Driver |
|---|---|
| 2025 | George Russell |
| 2024 | Max Verstappen |
| 2023 | Max Verstappen |
| 2022 | Max Verstappen |
| 2019 | Lewis Hamilton |
| 2018 | Sebastian Vettel |
| 2017 | Lewis Hamilton |
| 2016 | Lewis Hamilton |
| 2015 | Lewis Hamilton |
| 2014 | Daniel Ricciardo |
| 2013 | Sebastian Vettel |
| 2012 | Lewis Hamilton |
| 2011 | Jenson Button |
| 2010 | Lewis Hamilton |
| 2008 | Robert Kubica |
| 2007 | Lewis Hamilton |
| 2006 | Fernando Alonso |
| 2005 | Kimi Räikkönen |
| 2004 | Michael Schumacher |
| 2003 | Michael Schumacher |