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George Russell insists his growing championship deficit to Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli “means nothing” despite the Italian extending his lead during the opening phase of the 2026 Formula 1 season.

Russell said:

“So, there’s really no need to panic at all. And as we said, we’re four races down, 18 at least to go.”

Read more on what Russell had to say about the title battle and the upcoming Canadian GP in our latest blog

Does Russell need to win in Canada?

https://grandprixdestination.com/george-russell-plays-down-kimi-antonelli-title-gap-ahead-of-canadian-grand-prix/

Lewis Hamilton has revealed he is changing his preparation approach ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix after another difficult weekend with Ferrari in Miami.

Hamilton said:

“So, I’m not going to go on the simulator right now on the next race. I’ll still go and hold meetings at the factory and stuff. I’m just going to back away from it for a little bit and see. When we went to China I had the best weekend without sim.”

Read more on what he had to say about his preparation and dislike of the racing simulators in our latest blog

What do you think of this?

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The F1 Canadian Grand Prix Odds are beginning to take shape following the opening four rounds of the 2026 Formula 1 season. The Canadian Grand Prix Odds place Kimi Antonelli as the clear favourite heading into Montreal.

Driver Odds
Kimi Antonelli 7/4
George Russell 9/4
Lando Norris 4/1

Who are you backing?

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Read more on the market odds ahead of the Canadian GP in our latest blog

https://grandprixdestination.com/f1-canadian-grand-prix-odds-2026-antonelli-leads-the-market-after-miami-victory/

Two goats have dominated in Montreal:

Most wins: Michael Schumacher & Lewis Hamilton (7)
Most poles: Michael Schumacher & Lewis Hamilton (6)
Most podiums: Michael Schumacher (12)
Most points: Lewis Hamilton (236)
Most laps led: Michael Schumacher (433)

Credit: F1GuyDan

Four races into the 2026 Formula 1 season and Mercedes still looks like the team to beat. These F1 Canadian GP Predictions focus on one major question. Can anyone stop Kimi Antonelli's winning streak?

What are your early predictions for the Canadian Grand Prix?

Read our early predictions in our latest blog

https://grandprixdestination.com/f1-canadian-grand-prix-race-predictions-can-antonelli-carry-on-his-winning-form/