2025 Canadian Grand Prix: Russell triumphs, McLaren collapses, Mercedes regains the lead

McLaren stumbles, Mercedes triumphs

Montreal, a dream setting for Russell's consecration

On the Gilles-Villeneuve circuit, bathed in brilliant sunshine and a festive atmosphere, the tenth act of a particularly intense 2025 season was being played out. Montrealers, crowded in the stands and on the platforms, were expecting an explosive show. And it was George Russell , on pole, who captivated everyone with his Mercedes.

Perfect start and total domination... until the end

At the green light, Russell set off like a clockwork, controlling the race from start to finish. Behind him, Max Verstappen tried to contain the attack, but the Mercedes W16 took off. On lap 63, Russell set the fastest lap , confirming his mastery.

In the end, Russell's teammate Kimi Antonelli reached the podium for the first time, giving Mercedes an emotional one-two finish.

Parallel drama: Piastri and Norris collide

In the wake of the Mercedes, disaster struck McLaren. Early in the final part of the race, Lando Norris collided with Oscar Piastri in a moment of heightened tension: two teammates faced off, but adrenaline took over. As a result, Norris retired , Piastri finished 4th, and the team's reliability faltered.

🏆 Final standings – Canadian GP

1️⃣ George Russell (Mercedes)
2️⃣ Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
3️⃣ Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes)
4️⃣ Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
5️⃣Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)
6️⃣Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)
7️⃣ Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin)
8️⃣ Nico Hülkenberg (Sauber)
9️⃣ Esteban Ocon (Haas)
🔟 Carlos Sainz (Williams)

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🔧 Analysis & conclusion

• Mercedes come back strong , with a double and an uncompromising Russell.

• McLaren reels from internal tension: two leaders, one result.

• Russell sends a message , Verstappen falls back and the battle tightens.

Montreal 2025 didn't just see a happy winner: it revealed a Mercedes team capable of standing up to the challenge and winning, while making an impression... Just look at Russell and Antonelli on the podium

source: rmcsport.bfmtv.com