Canadian Grand Prix cancelled once again, Turkey as replacement

Published on 28 April 2021 by Bryan van Berlo

Formula 1 can today confirm that the Formula 1 Grand Prix Du Canada 2021 will be replaced by The Turkish Grand Prix this season between 11th – 13th June 2021. Due to the ongoing international travel restrictions in place in Canada it became impossible for Formula 1 to enter the country without a mandatory 14 day quarantine.

The good news is that the Istanbul Park will be raced again. The circuit in Turkey was already part of the rescheduled Formula One season last year, and it returns to the calendar again this year. The race weekend will start with the free practice sessions on June 11, just like the original date for the Canadian Grand Prix.

Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, said: “While it is disappointing we cannot be in Canada this season we are excited to confirm that Turkey will host a Grand Prix in 2021 after an amazing race last season. I know all our fans are excited by the dramatic start to the season and Turkey is a great circuit that delivers great battles on the track. I want to thank the promoter and authorities in Canada for all of their efforts in recent weeks but the travel situation made our plans impossible.”