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George Russell claims pole for 2026 Canadian Grand Prix after sprint win

A sprint victory propels Russell to pole in Montreal. Can he hold off Antonelli and Norris in F1's fifth round? US fans, don't miss the action—streaming only on Apple TV.

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The image shows a group of people standing around a race car on a track, with a stadium in the...
The image shows a group of people standing around a race car on a track, with a stadium in the background filled with people sitting in the stands. There are banners with text on them, a fence, grass, trees, buildings, and a clear blue sky. The car appears to be a Formula E car, and the people around it appear to be celebrating a victory, as if they have just won the race.

George Russell claims pole for 2026 Canadian Grand Prix after sprint win

George Russell has secured pole position for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix after winning the sprint race. The event marks the fifth round of this year’s Formula 1 World Championship. Fans in the US can watch the race exclusively through Apple TV, which offers a free trial for new users. The 2026 Canadian Grand Prix will take place on March 24, starting at 4 p.m. ET. The race spans 70 laps around a 2.7-mile circuit with 13 turns, covering a total distance of 189.7 miles. A field of 22 drivers will compete, with Russell leading the grid after his sprint victory.

Kimi Antonelli will line up in second place, while Lando Norris starts from third. Viewers in the US can stream the race live on Apple TV, which costs $12.99 per month for an ad-free plan. The service is also accessible through Prime Video for the same price. New subscribers can test Apple TV with a seven-day free trial before committing to the monthly fee. The platform holds exclusive rights to all Formula 1 races in the United States this season.

Russell’s pole position sets the stage for a competitive race in Montreal. The event will be available to US audiences only via Apple TV, either directly or through Prime Video. The subscription includes all F1 races, with the Canadian Grand Prix kicking off the fifth round of the championship.

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