[Cvo1iRT0]

Pirelli will be bringing the same yellow branded soft “primes” and red branded super soft “options” My guess is we are looking at a two stopper!

[evalayCap]

I would think a two stopper would be the norm, but I think we have seen single stop strategies from some teams in recent years. Combined with "maybe rain" situations such as Monaco it could lead more teams to single stop.

I usually enjoy the Canadian race, even if there isn't a great deal of passing as a norm.

[gedsiz]

Montreal is normally much harder on the tyres than Monaco so I would think 2 stops would be minimum with 3 more likely.

Lotus and Mercedes should be strong in qualifying as they are quite quick in a straight line but I think this one might be a Red Bull vs McLaren affair in the race. I don't expect Ferrari to be that strong unless the planned updates work very well.

[Machater]

I hope for many stops and a thriller like in Spain, not another procession. But if the tires are strong enough for one stop, the race I think will be very boring.

[rozettasmolanov]

Hopefully the race matches the drama of last year!

[vladekad]

Hopefully the race matches the drama of last year!

I liked the idea of having a dinner break in the middle of the race, I hope they keep that in for this year too

[BartRonalds]

Hopefully I won't be wrong but long straights plus DRS means overtaking should be a bit easier than average so teams will be able to go more aggressive on tyres so 2-3 stops. Might mean some drivers opt out of Q3.

Also a chance there will be some rain over the GP weekend, but we can't expect a repeat of last year's rain and drama....................can we????

WT

[intifatry]

I hope that the race will be 2 hours and will not end in some ungodly hour...

[reiruviartugs]

Regarding the possible disruption by the disgruntled students , they have made an offer of terms to settle the dispute , and we now wait to see if some kind of compromise will be adopted .

Perhaps the pressure put on by naming the weekend as a target has had more effect than in Bahrain .

[ELURNSERB]

Naming the weekend as a target is bullying and it is ridiculous.

[ZonaPutaX]

Posters are up all across Montreal , apparently , advertising where the protestors are to gather , before invading the subway .
It is not looking good .

As far as using the GP weekend to push this agenda , I can sorta see the point behind this , if I'm reading it right .
The students see a large gathering being advertised , for basically frivolous entertainment reasons , when they , themselves are being oppressed by new laws , designed specifically to counter thier own large gatherings , organised behind what they see as essential needs .

This has been a major fluff for the Charest government .
Instead of quelling the protests , the reactionary law change has cemented the wall of linked arms .
They now fight for a principle , rather than just against a fee increase .

[comprar-espana]

Posters are up all across Montreal , apparently , advertising where the protestors are to gather , before invading the subway .
It is not looking good .

As far as using the GP weekend to push this agenda , I can sorta see the point behind this , if I'm reading it right .
The students see a large gathering being advertised , for basically frivolous entertainment reasons , when they , themselves are being oppressed by new laws , designed specifically to counter thier own large gatherings , organised behind what they see as essential needs .

This has been a major fluff for the Charest government .
Instead of quelling the protests , the reactionary law change has cemented the wall of linked arms .
They now fight for a principle , rather than just against a fee increase .

They have now announced that they have cancelled the Thursday proceedings.

"Considering the various disruption threats made public recently, the free admission and the naturally open character of the open house day revealed some risks that we could not ignore," said promoter Francois Dumontier.

"We wish to express our sincere apologies to the F1 fans and, among them, a good share of our spectators who appreciate this annual gathering with the world championship teams," he added.

Despite the cancellation, Dumontier insisted Montreal is safe for race-goers.
F1: Canada GP Calls Off Events Amid Security Threat

[CorpoRasion]

So... let's try to predict anything? At least on paper it looks a suitable circuit for Mercedes. McLaren should be competitive as well. On the other hand Lotus and Red Bull seem to be going well in very hot conditions, but Canadian GP is probably not going to be one of these. So it may be a challenging weekend for these teams.

[Mymnnarry]

The circuit Gilles Villeneuve is particularly vulnerable to disruption by demonstrators as the majority of spectators arrive by the Metro. From the above posts is appears some sort of disruption is inevitable; let's hope police take a firm stand to ensure those holding tickets can easily gain access to the circuit. Todays cancellation is certain to embolden the protesters.

[DoctorTOneery]

So that is the new generation of "freedom fighters". Dangerous loonies who ruin the fun of fans and families who wait for this race the whole year. And they are always presented as the good guys! Nauseating.

[SweetCaroline]

So that is the new generation of "freedom fighters". Dangerous loonies who ruin the fun of fans and families who wait for this race the whole year. And they are always presented as the good guys! Nauseating.

You do realise that the government has serious issues that need to be sorted out here , don't you ?
This marching has been going on for over a month , every day , and even with major events like the GP and the Comedy and Jazz festivals approaching quickly , nothing is sorted .
In fact , the situation is far worse now than ever , with new oppressive laws enacted .

That , Mr. Boat , is what is truly nauseating here .

If Charest fixes the problem today or tomorrow , then Thursday could be back on in a flash .
I hope that happens .
But the organisers have said that they've been working closely with the police on "contingency plans" for weeks , meaning , essentially , that they had little faith that any of this would be over , long ago .

Certainly , with this cancellation , a pall has fallen over the Montreal GP , and it's sad .
But , it's a pawn in a much bigger game .

Who knows , maybe it's check-mate ? And , the government will now back down .

[ballingham]

Tickets for the event have been sold, hotel accommodations have been booked. Revenues for local businesses have been planned.

In the event of a cancellation, financial compensation worth millions of $’s will be required for thousands of people, ultimately reimbursed by the taxpayer... the same taxpayer that the “students” are requesting fund their tuitions. I do hope that they realize the shot that they’re potentially taking in the foot...

[Zenunlild]

Schmenke"In the event of a cancellation, financial compensation worth millions of $’s will be required for thousands of people, ultimately reimbursed by the taxpayer.."It is only a free pre-race viewing event that has been cancelled; there is no consideration of cancelling any other part of the race meeting. The Canadian Grand Prix wil go ahead whatever demonstrators may do.

[Valdoyes]

The more pit stops the better. But I'm sure saving tyres in qualifying will continue, until officials finally take measures.

[PypeDeft]

I hope for many stops and a thriller like in Spain, not another procession. But if the tires are strong enough for one stop, the race I think will be very boring.

I don't think there has ever been a procession at Canada, so no worries there.

Did you know that the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix is the third most watched sporting event in the world, after the Super Bowl and the final of the FIFA World Cup?