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F1i Driver Ratings for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix

Arvid Lindblad, Racing Bulls (DNF) – 6/10

Talk about a premature exit. Lindblad’s afternoon ended before it even began, courtesy of a stubborn gearbox that refused to select a gear on the grid. While it triggered an extra formation lap and a swift DNF, full marks to the rookie for quickly alerting the grid and preventing a major safety hazard. A frustrating anti-climax after a highly promising weekend.

 

Alex Albon, Williams (DNF) – 5.5/10

Albon can’t seem to catch a break lately. After making superb progress from a disappointing Q1 exit to hover on the fringes of the points, his hard work was thoroughly undone. He was completely blameless when Piastri used him as a braking marker, picking up terminal damage. Another weekend of looking at what could have been through no fault of his own.

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.

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