Lando Norris: “Canada up subsequent! I take pleasure in racing in Montral, it is a enjoyable observe with some difficult sections which make it extra thrilling. Our automotive has carried out nicely at a couple of various kinds of circuits, however we all know we would have our work minimize out in Canada. Our rivals are more likely to be robust right here.
“It was good to have per week off after the Imola-Monaco double header. We walked away with two podiums, and numerous factors for the staff. I’ve had productive classes with my engineers again within the MTC, and now I am excited to see what we will do that weekend.”
Oscar Piastri: “Monaco was particular. I felt it on all three days and getting a podium in Senna colors round these streets was sensational. As a younger boy again in Australia, Monaco was one which I’d dream about and so, it is good to gather some silverware from one of many classics.
“I have been pleased with the place my driving is in the mean time, particularly the consistency that I’ve proven throughout the final three occasions. Progress is rarely linear however I am having fun with exhibiting what I can do and driving this automotive, which the staff have carried out such a robust job with.
“Hopefully in Canada, we will choose up the place we left off as a result of it is so tight on the sharp finish of the grid and we would like extra.”
Andrea Stella, Workforce Principal: “We’re happy to have returned to the manufacturing facility from the double header with two P2 trophies. Each Lando and Oscar’s robust finishes enabled us to proceed securing a stronghold in our Constructors’ Championship place. Nevertheless, we’re nonetheless in the direction of the beginning of the season, so we have now to work onerous to make sure these outcomes hold coming.
“The Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve is a driver and fan favorite, and one which poses a couple of new challenges when in comparison with circuits we have raced at thus far this yr. We go into this yr’s Canadian Grand Prix extra optimistic than final yr’s, however with the understanding that we nonetheless face a tricky battle to be aggressive right here. Our intention is to construct a automotive that may be constantly aggressive in any respect forms of circuit, and the staff are working onerous to unlock that efficiency.”
Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve
Race laps: 70
Circuit size: 4.361km/2.710 miles
Whole race distance: 305.270/189.686 miles
Variety of corners: 14 (8 proper, 6 left)
Allotted tyre compounds: Exhausting: C3, Medium: C4 and Mushy: C5
