McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris find themselves under pressure in Canada after an underwhelming qualifying session. Piastri secured third place while Norris finished seventh. Despite leading the constructors' championship, the team expressed disappointment with their performance. However, both drivers remain optimistic about showcasing better speed during the race.
The spotlight also shines on George Russell, who clinched pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix, marking a significant achievement for Mercedes. Max Verstappen, the reigning world champion, closely follows in second place, with Piastri in third. Verstappen, having won the past three races in Canada, is 49 points behind Piastri in the overall standings.
Lando Norris, despite his qualifying struggles, was the fastest in the final practice session, adding to the anticipation of the race. Meanwhile, Ferrari faces criticism for their performance, with Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz falling short in qualifying. As the competition heats up at Montreal's Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, all eyes are on the upcoming race to see if McLaren can reclaim their dominance.
