The Canadian Grand Prix 2019 took place on June 9th at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal, Quebec. The race, which is a part of the Formula 1 World Championship, is known for its fast-paced action and thrilling moments, and this year’s race did not disappoint.
The weekend started off with Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel surprising everyone by taking pole position in qualifying, edging out defending champion Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes. Vettel’s teammate, Charles Leclerc, started in third place, setting up a tantalizing battle between the two Ferrari drivers and the Mercedes duo.
As the race got underway, Vettel managed to hold onto his lead, with Hamilton and Leclerc hot on his heels. There were plenty of intense battles throughout the race, with cars jostling for position and making daring overtakes. However, it was the controversial incident involving Sebastian Vettel that stole the spotlight.
On lap 48, Vettel ran wide and re-entered the track in a manner that was deemed unsafe by the stewards. Hamilton, who was closing in on Vettel at the time, was forced to take evasive action to avoid a collision. The stewards handed Vettel a five-second time penalty for the incident, which ultimately cost him the race victory.
Despite crossing the finish line first, Vettel’s penalty meant that Hamilton was declared the winner of the Canadian Grand Prix, much to the disappointment of the Ferrari team and their fans. Leclerc finished in third place, with Valtteri Bottas of Mercedes claiming the second spot on the podium.
The Canadian Grand Prix 2019 will be remembered for the thrilling on-track action and the contentious decision that ultimately determined the outcome of the race. The result has sparked debate among fans and experts alike, with many questioning the fairness of the penalty given to Vettel.
Overall, the Canadian Grand Prix once again lived up to its reputation as one of the most exciting and unpredictable races on the Formula 1 calendar. With plenty of drama and excitement on display, fans can look forward to more thrilling races in the remainder of the season.