Verstappen Under Pressure Ahead of Canadian GP After Barcelona Incident

Ahead of the 2025 Canadian GP in Montreal — Max Verstappen faces an unfavorable situation following a controversial incident at the Spanish GP.

The Red Bull driver received a 10-second time penalty and three penalty points on his license after clashing with George Russell from Mercedes. This situation puts the defending champion on the brink of a one-race suspension if he receives additional sanctions.

Lance Stroll will return to race at his home circuit after missing Barcelona due to a hand injury. Meanwhile, McLaren’s Oscar Piastri aims to maintain his position at the top of the drivers’ standings.

Complete schedule for 2025 Canadian GP:

• Practice 1: Friday, June 13 – 13:30
• Practice 2: Friday, June 13 – 17:00
• Practice 3: Saturday, June 14 – 12:30
• Qualifying: Saturday, June 14 – 16:00
• Race: Sunday, June 15 – 14:00

McLaren currently leads the constructors’ championship with 362 points, followed by Ferrari (165) and Mercedes (159). In the drivers’ standings, Piastri leads with 186 points, ahead of teammate Norris who has accumulated 176 points.