How to watch the virtual Canadian Grand Prix this weekend
As lockdown starts to ease, we’ll surely see the end of virtual events such as the online F1 races we’ve all been enjoying. But until the first of theconfirmed eight racesof the 2020 F1 season starts in Austria on 5 July, drivers and celebs will continue to race virtually using the official F1 2019 game.
This weekend sees the action move continent for the Canadian Grand Prix at the Gilles Villeneuve circuit in Montreal. And George Russell will be looking for a fourth win, following his trio of victories.
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When is the next F1 Virtual Grand Prix on?
The event will last around 90 minutes including 18 minutes of qualifying session followed by a half-length race (35 laps).
The F2 Virtual Racing and F1 Esports Pro Exhibition races will be shown before the main event at 4pm and 5pm respectively, in which pro esports racers will show how it’s supposed to be done.
Which F1 drivers are racing in Canada?
This weekend at least five of the current drivers will race including:
Celebrity drivers
It’s unlikely we’ll see any of the F1 drivers who haven’t yet taken part, as they’ll be concentrating on the start of the season.
Drivers have identical cars (so no performance variations) and are allowed to enable ABS and traction control if they want to – a concession for those less familiar with the game.
How do I watch the virtual F1 races online?
The races are streamed live on theF1.com websiteas well as on the officialYouTube, Twitch andFacebookchannels.
It is also being broadcast live on Sky Sports F1, Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Mix, plus on other partners around the world.
It’s hosted by the Gfinity Esports Arena in London, with drivers joining remotely.
For more details about the real championship, read our separate guide onhow to watch F1 races.
Author: Jim Martin, Executive Editor, Tech Advisor
Jim has been testing and reviewing products for over 20 years. His main beats include VPN services and antivirus. He also covers smart home tech, mesh Wi-Fi and electric bikes.
