The 2026 Canadian Grand Prix delivered a chaotic race and some stark intra-team contrasts. Ferrari saw Charles Leclerc call it his "worst ever" F1 weekend, unable to find pace or confidence with the car. Conversely, Lewis Hamilton flourished, claiming an "absolutely incredible" car after opting for an old-school data-driven setup approach that transformed his weekend and saw him chasing Max Verstappen for second.
Meanwhile, Mercedes intervened with its warring drivers, making clear that George Russell and Kimi Antonelli's on-track battles would be shut down if they got "too close." Despite Toto Wolff downplaying tensions publicly, the team's internal message was firm. Red Bull's podium for Verstappen, while a step forward, was somewhat flattered by rivals' issues, as Verstappen admitted discomfort with the car. Crucially, Verstappen reiterated he'd walk away from F1 if the 2026 engine rules aren't tweaked from a 50/50 power split to 60/40 combustion. F1 and the FIA must secure manufacturer support to avoid losing its biggest star and placate the American fans who want to see the best drivers compete.
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