At the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, the qualifying sessions of the season unfold with intense excitement, as the circuit’s walls always lurk nearby, adding to the drama.
Canadian Grand Prix qualifying sets out a big driving challenge, so here is the F1 start time information you need for the next round of the season.
Peril is always close by at one of Formula 1’s most popular circuits, thanks to the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve’s flowing chicanes and walls positioned strategically on exits. The Wall of Champions at the final corner adds to the anticipation and danger.
What time does Canadian Grand Prix qualifying start?
The start time for the Canadian Grand Prix qualifying is scheduled for 4pm local time on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Here are the corresponding times for various territories globally:
United States and Canada*: 2pm Pacific Daylight Time, 3pm Central Daylight Time [Saturday], 4pm Eastern
Mexico: 2pm [Mexico City]
United Kingdom: 9pm
Central European Time**: 10pm
South Africa: 10pm
Gulf Standard Time: 12am [Sunday 9 June]
India: 1.30am
Indonesia*: 3am [Western Indonesia Time]
China: 4am [Sunday 7 June]
Singapore: 4am
Malaysia: 4am
Philippines: 4am
Japan: 5am
Australia*: 6am [Australian Eastern Standard Time]
New Zealand: 8am
*Convert to check locally if you do not live in an area of this territory with these time zones.
Includes 30 countries and territories such as Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Kosovo, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain (excluding the Canary Islands), Sweden, Switzerland, and Vatican City.
How to watch the Canadian Grand Prix on TV
Formula 1 fans across the globe can enjoy the exhilarating races through various broadcasting rights deals that different nations and territories have. Whether through pay TV or free-to-air channels, here is a glimpse of the locations where F1 enthusiasts can catch the action.
Africa: SuperSport
Australia: Fox Sports, Foxtel, Kayo
Brazil: BandSports, TV Bandeirantes
Canada: RDS (French), TSN (English), CTV/Noovo (Canadian Grand Prix only, free-to-air)
Central Asia: Setanta Sports
China: CCTV
France: Canal+
Germany: Sky Sport F1
India: FanCode
Italy: Sky Sport F1
Japan: DAZN, Fuji TV
Latin America (except Argentina and Mexico): ESPN
Malaysia: beIN Sports
Mexico: Fox Sports
Middle East and North Africa: beIN Sports
Netherlands: Viaplay
New Zealand: Sky Sport, Prime (highlights)
Pakistan: A Sports
Republic of Ireland: Sky Sports F1, Channel 4 UK (highlights)
South Korea: Coupang
Spain: DAZN
United Kingdom: Sky Sports F1, Channel 4 (highlights)
United States: ESPN+, ESPN Deportes
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Canadian Grand Prix qualifying live stream: How to watch online
In the UK, F1 enthusiasts can stream the Canadian Grand Prix via platforms like NOW and Sky Go.
F1 TV Pro is offered in selected territories worldwide, providing exclusive features such as onboard cameras for all 20 cars, pre and post-race shows, and a variety of other exciting content.
F1 TV Pro can be live streamed through various platforms including Apple TV, Chromecast Generation 2 and newer, Android TV, Google TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Roku. The live streaming is uninterrupted by ad breaks and offers commentary in six languages.
Here is a list of all the territories where F1 TV Pro is available.
What is the F1 qualifying format used and how does it work?
The process of F1 qualifying is divided into three segments lasting for an hour, employing a knockout system to establish the starting grid. This format has gained immense popularity since its introduction in the sport.
Q1: 18 minutes
At the conclusion of this period, the bottom five drivers are removed, determining positions 16 to 20 on the grid. During the 18-minute period, drivers have the freedom to complete as many timed laps as desired.
Q2: 15 minutes
Following an eight-minute pause, the remaining 15 cars resume for another session prior to five more cars withdrawing at the conclusion of Q2, determining positions 11-15 on the grid. The regulations remain unchanged, granting drivers the freedom to complete as many timed laps as desired within a 15-minute timeframe.
Q3: 12 minutes
Following a seven-minute interval, the last batch of 10 cars resurface on the racetrack to engage in a high-stakes competition for the leading starting position. When the concluding 12-minute phase concludes, the top 10 spots on the starting grid are officially determined for the Grand Prix.
For a full look at the intricacies and other rules around F1 qualifying, here is a full breakdown of the current format.
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