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The 1997 world champion has never seen himself as carrying on his father’s legacy in motor racing, but he now says he recognises he absorbed something deeper from Gilles When stars die young, they inevitably become trapped in the popular consciousness in a state of eternal youth, embodying romanticised notions of heroic nobility and sacrifice.

Formula One News / Motorsport / May 27

Gilles Villeneuve’s final F1 race helmet breaks auction record

The iconic helmet that Villeneuve wore during his final Formula 1 race fetched a record amount at auction The helmet worn by Gilles Villeneuve during his last Formula 1 race was sold for a record-breaking $1.25 million – just over €1 million.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / May 25

Alberta’s July 13 iGaming Launch Lands in the Middle of a Crowded 2026 Motorsport Calendar

Canadian race weekends are stacking up faster than usual this summer. The Formula 1 paddock rolls into Circuit Gilles Villeneuve for the fifth round of the season, the IndyCar field … Read More

Formula One News / Field Level Media / May 24

Kimi Antonelli wins fourth straight race at Canadian Grand Prix

Kimi Antonelli recorded his fourth consecutive victory Sunday by taking first in the Canadian Grand Prix at Montreal's Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. Antonelli,

Formula One News / Motorsport / May 24

Why a wet Canadian GP could be "the perfect storm" for F1

Besides potentially providing the first wet race with F1’s new generation of cars, tyre supplier Pirelli believes low temperatures and the Circuit Gilles

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / May 23

Formula 1 News: 2026 Canadian GP Friday Press Conference

F1 2026 Canadian GP – Friday Press Conference Highlights The Canadian GP session at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve featured team principals only (no drivers): – Andrea Stella – McLaren – … Read More

Formula One News / Motorsport / May 22

Jolyon Palmer explains Canadian GP energy management challenge

Jolyon Palmer has explained why Circuit Gilles Villeneuve’s layout could make energy harvesting and deployment a key challenge during the Canadian GP sprint weekend Former Formula 1 driver and F1 TV reporter Jolyon Palmer has explained why the Canadian Grand Prix provides an energy management challenge for the drivers.

Formula One News / Motorsport / May 22

Lewis Hamilton can't resist taking cheeky swipe at Jacques Villeneuve ahead of Canadian GP

Lewis Hamilton aimed a lighthearted dig at Jacques Villeneuve while reflecting on the legacy of his legendary father ahead of the Canadian GP Lewis Hamilton took a cheeky jab at 1997 Formula 1 champion Jacques Villeneuve ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix.

Formula One News / Into The Chicane / May 22

F1 Fantasy Canadian GP 2026 Primer: Best Lineups, Value Picks, and Strategy

F1 Fantasy Canadian GP 2026 arrives after a long break following Miami, giving fantasy players extra time to rethink their lineups before one of the most unpredictable weekends of the season.

Formula One News / Grand Prix On SI / May 21

F1 Canadian Grand Prix: Circuit Gilles Villeneuve Track Guide

Formula 1 returns to one of its most cherished venues as the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve hosts the Canadian Grand Prix. Named after the much-loved maverick after his death at the 1982 Belgian Grand Prix, the circuit on the man-made island of Notre-Dame in Montreal has become a firm favorite since its first race in 1978, which was won by Villeneuve.

Formula One News / Motorsport / May 21

George Russell reluctantly makes Canadian GP promise as old video resurfaces

George Russell has agreed to jump into the lake at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve if he wins the Canadian Grand Prix George Russell has reluctantly agreed to honour his long-standing promise that he will jump into the lake at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve if he wins the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday.

Formula One News / Motorsport / May 18

F1 Academy gets Disney merchandise collection for Canadian Grand Prix weekend

Disney and F1 Academy have unveiled a dedicated merchandise collection for the Canadian Grand Prix weekend, featuring Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck-inspired

Formula One News / Motorsport / May 18

Red Bull launches $95 Crocs clog with F1 car-inspired design

Red Bull has launched a new Crocs footwear collection featuring F1-inspired designs, with the range set to go on sale ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix Red Bull has launched a footwear collection with Crocs, with the headline Crocband Clog carrying a retail price of $95.

Formula One News / Motorsport / April 12

Jacques Villeneuve explains why battling Damon Hill was harder than fighting Michael Schumacher

Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve reflected on their intense 1996 Williams title battle Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve have discussed their time as Williams team-mates and fighting for the drivers' championship in 1996.

Formula One News / Into The Chicane / March 19

F1 Fantasy Chips 2026: When to use every boost and why

Two races are in the books, and two have already been cancelled. 20 Races remain on the 2026 F1 calendar, and for F1 Fantasy players in 2026, the stakes are even higher.

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Formula 1 News: Why the Canadian GP often reveals true championship contenders

The Canadian Grand Prix will take place earlier theis year -May 22-24. The high-speed Circuit Gilles Villeneuve tests even the best cars’ aerodynamic efficiency, mechanical grip, and braking precision.

Formula One News / Into The Chicane / January 6

Gilles Villeneuve: Ferrari’s fearless Canadian icon

Formula One has historically been regarded as a predominantly European-centric sport. This makes the legacy of racing driver Gilles Villeneuve all the more remarkable.

Formula One News / HITC / December 29

Jacques Villeneuve reveals how David Coulthard played a part in his 1997 F1 title win

It’s been close to three decades since Jacques Villeneuve captured his only Formula 1 title, which also happens to be the last championship for Williams.

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