Canadian Grand Prix 1986 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Nigel Mansell dominated the Canadian Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, claiming his second consecutive victory with a commanding performance that established him as the championship favorite. The British driver led from lights to flag, showcasing the Williams FW11's superiority on Montreal's fast street circuit layout. Mansell's victory extended his championship lead and demonstrated the consistency he would need to convert Williams's technical advantage into the drivers' title.

Prost finished second for McLaren, salvaging crucial points despite lacking the pace to challenge Mansell's dominant Williams. Piquet completed the podium in third, his underperformance relative to his teammate raising questions about his commitment and speed. The Williams one-three finish highlighted their technical superiority but also exposed the internal dynamic that would ultimately cost both drivers the championship. Mansell's back-to-back wins gave him momentum as the European season approached, though reliability concerns and teammate rivalry would soon complicate his title challenge.