With George Russell and Max Verstappen sharing the front row, the grid for the Canadian Grand Prix looks intriguing. But what does the data say about their chances in the race? And do the long runs offer any hope for McLaren?

George Russell claimed his sixth career Formula 1 pole position – and his first of the 2025 season – with a sensational lap during Saturday’s qualifying session at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. The Mercedes driver clocked a blistering 1:10.

George Russell waxed lyrical over his pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix as the Mercedes Formula 1 driver branded it "one of the most exhilarating laps" in his racing career.