Williams driver Logan Sargeant crashes out of Canadian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen takes the top position

Williams driver Logan Sargeant's Canadian Grand Prix took a dramatic turn as he crashed on the wet tarmac, triggering a safety car period. The American driver, already struggling with the intermediate tyres and rainy conditions, slid off earlier in the race without damage.

On Lap 25, Sargeant lost control on Turn 4, hitting the wall and ending his race prematurely. Starting from the back, he left the track without scoring any points. The safety car deployment prompted strategic moves from other teams. 

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Max Verstappen and George Russell, running in P2 and P3, capitalized by pitting for intermediate tyres. Race leader Lando Norris delayed his pit stop until the second yellow lap, losing time behind an Aston Martin, rejoining in P3. Verstappen now leads the race, with teammate Alex Albon currently in P11.

Sargeant's crash adds another twist to the already challenging race conditions at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, reshuffling the order at the front as Verstappen aims to capitalize on the opportunity to extend his lead.

Can Max Verstappen clinch hattrick of wins at Montreal?

With the safety car in Max Verstappen pitted just thousands of seconds ahead of George Russell to take the pole position. Mercedes driver tried to get past Verstappen but failed to do so. Meanwhile, both McLarens are continuously pushing the limits and troubling both at the top.

On the other hand, Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton clinched the fifth position during safety car and will be keen to get past both McLarens to help his teammate win the race. Notably, if Verstappen wins this race he will make a hattrick of victories at Montreal.