“Verstappen has managed to place the championship at the same level of submission that Schumacher and Hamilton established at the time”

The last few races have shown us a predictable picture in terms of results, which can be disappointing for fans of the Formula One. Don’t expect any major surprises for Father’s Day in Canada because Verstappen seems to have everything in his favor to win. Today Max He has managed to place the championship at the same level of submission that Schumacher and Hamilton established at the time. The two-time champion this 2023 has been showing that he does not need the help of his teammate to establish his invincible empire. However, at the bottom of the table there is a group of teams that refuse to disappear, and in Canada we will be able to witness surprises and consolidations.

The surprise comes from the hand of Aston Martin. Although in Azerbaijan and Spain they showed small improvements, it is expected that in Canada they will show a considerable change in the performance of the car. They have announced a new floor, improvements to the sidepods and DRS, as well as a surprise innovation that they are keeping under wraps. The team’s goal is for both vehicles to reach the podium. Mike Krack, team manager, has announced that Canada will be a big step for them.

Regarding consolidation, Mercedes has presented significant improvements to its car, showing that they have overcome the instability that affected them previously. They have worked on the sidepods, the front and rear suspension, as well as the outer suspension arms to create more aerodynamics. Additionally, they have made changes to the paddle that hangs below the fairing to improve airflow around the sidepod. It is clear that the success of Mercedes is not by chance, but the result of constant work.

It is worth noting the challenge that this race represents for the brakes of the single-seaters. The Montreal circuit requires energetic but precise driving. The single-seaters have little downforce to achieve high speeds, so driver handling is crucial, especially in the chicanes, where the curbs are higher than usual and can destabilize the car. The Gilles Villeneuve circuit features a hairpin that forces drivers to brake for 2.74 seconds, one of the longest times in the championship. L’Epingle is just one of the many challenges presented by the circuit, which is certainly the most taxing on the brakes. Also, most of the lap consists of hard braking and accelerating, which puts high wear on the brakes due to lack of time for them to cool properly.

Lastly, there is a chance of rain during the race in Canada. There has been rain in Montreal all week, and teams are considering the option of racing in wet conditions. The rain doesn’t scare anyone, but the low temperatures could be an important factor, as it could result in cold asphalt and less grip on a circuit that is not already known for its great grip. This could affect the usual tire strategies and completely change the development of the race.