Fernando Alonso said Formula 1 let fans down after a problem with a CCTV system meant first practice was abandoned after four minutes of running.
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Mercedes “didn’t use time optimally” says Hamilton after leading extended session
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onLewis Hamilton says Mercedes could have made more out of the extended second practice session for the Canadian Grand Prix, despite setting the fastest time.
Hamilton heads Mercedes one-two in extended but disrupted second practice
2023 Canadian Grand Prix second practice
Posted onLewis Hamilton was quickest in a specially extended second practice for the Canadian Grand Prix ahead of team mate George Russell.
Gasly and Alpine held 90-minute meeting over errors which led to double penalty
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onPierre Gasly had a lengthy meeting with his Alpine team to address the miscommunication which led to his double penalty in Spain.
Pictures: Nine teams bring new parts including Williams’ major update for Albon
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onWith the exception of Ferrari, all teams brought updates for their cars in Canada, including Williams who have an extensively revised FW45 for Alexander Albon.
2023 Canadian Grand Prix practice in pictures
F1 Pictures
Posted onPictures from the first day of practice for the 2023 Canadian Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
Bottas quickest in four-minute practice session stopped early by CCTV fault
2023 Canadian Grand Prix first practice
Posted onThe first practice session for the Canadian Grand Prix was effectively abandoned after four minutes due to a circuit CCTV failure.
Aston Martin seek downforce gains from floor and bodywork changes
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onAston Martin have brought the most significant changes to their car among the front-running teams at this weekend’s Canadian Grand Prix.
Games like F1 23 ‘getting better’ but other titles are more realistic – Norris
Gaming
Posted onLando Norris said gamers should try iRacing or rFactor instead of the official Formula 1 series to get a realistic sensation of a racing car’s handling.
“There will be crashes”: F1 drivers oppose ban on tyre heaters ahead of 2024 vote
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onFormula 1 drivers have warned the series is not ready to handle a proposed ban on tyre heating blankets next year.
Ferrari’s struggle in Spain “a bit shocking” but Canada should be better – Sainz
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onCarlos Sainz Jnr admitted Ferrari are “a bit frustrated” with their performance but expects the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve will suit their car well this weekend.
Verstappen hopes Alonso gets a win soon: “He’s a real racer, he’s an animal”
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onMax Verstappen named Fernando Alonso as the driver he’d most like to see win a race when his current run of victories ends.
Hamilton says his new Mercedes deal may be a month away or more
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onLewis Hamilton poured cold water on suggestions he is about to sign a new deal extending his stay at Mercedes in Formula 1.
First pictures from the 2023 Canadian Grand Prix weekend
F1 Pictures
Posted onPictures from the build-up to the 2023 Canadian Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
Hamilton: Verstappen can break my wins record but ‘I’m working on slowing him’
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onLewis Hamilton says Max Verstappen could break his record for most Formula 1 race wins but ‘I’m working on slowing him down’.
Marko forbade Verstappen from joining Nurburgring Nordschleife demo run
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onRed Bull’s motorsport consultant Helmut Marko refused to let Max Verstappen take part in the team’s upcoming event at the Nurburgring Nordschleife.
Leclerc admits concerns after Ferrari found no cause for “really bad” handling
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onCharles Leclerc is concerned Ferrari have no explanation for the handling problem which cost him seven-tenths of a second in qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix.
“Intense” showers forecast during Canadian Grand Prix weekend
2023 Canadian Grand Prix weather
Posted onFormula 1 drivers may see a repeat of last year’s Canadian Grand Prix weather conditions with rain expected during qualifying followed by a dry race.
Canadian GP promoter doubts race could move dates to streamline F1 calendar
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Canadian GP promoter sees little prospect for date change to streamline calendar • Merhi returns to Formula E • Laguna Seca gets new surface
Red Bull’s 100th win? Can Stroll end podium drought? Canadian GP talking points
2023 Canadian Grand Prix
Posted onWhile Red Bull’s rivals hope to finally get within range of them in the Canadian Grand Prix, the championship leaders are eyeing their 100th race victory.