Vesti reflects on iconic 2011 Canadian Grand Prix memory
20th May 2026Frederik Vesti reflected on his earliest memories of the Canadian Grand Prix and revealed the race that played an important role in shaping his passion for Formula 1.
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The 2026 Canadian Grand Prix promises to be an exciting one and the Mercedes third driver, Vesti, spoke about his love for the track and in particular Jenson Button’s 2011 win.
Vesti said: “Montreal is an incredible racetrack with such a rich history in F1.
“Some of the greatest races we’ve ever seen have taken place there. I still remember watching the 2011 race when I was younger, just as I was getting into watching F1 at that time, and how special that was.”
In addition, the 24-year-old commented on the unusual atmosphere during the race week, given that the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is located quite near to the heart of the city – he called it an ‘unusual atmosphere’.
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is located right in the heart of the city, giving it a unique atmosphere compared to other circuits on the calendar.
He explained: “The city itself is fantastic as well.
“Everything feels so close and connected, and the circuit being near the heart of Montreal creates a unique atmosphere over the race weekend. It has a fantastic energy that you can feel as a driver.”
Vesti mentioned the difficulty of driving at the Canadian venue due to its narrow walls and fast corners.
He added: “The track itself is an interesting mix – it’s somewhere between a traditional circuit and a street track.
“You have the walls very close in a lot of corners, which adds a real sense of risk and challenge, but at the same time there are some fast, open sections where you can really push the car.
“Overall, it’s a circuit that demands precision and rewards bravery; that’s what makes it so special.”
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