Canadian Grand Prix 1997 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Michael Schumacher dominated the Canadian Grand Prix from pole position, delivering Ferrari's second victory of the season at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. The German controlled the race despite safety car interventions that bunched up the field, showcasing Ferrari's improved reliability and competitiveness. Jean Alesi finished second for Benetton with another strong drive, while Giancarlo Fisichella claimed his first career podium with an impressive third place for Jordan-Peugeot.

Jacques Villeneuve's championship lead took a hit when he could only finish fourth after struggling with his Williams' setup throughout the weekend. The result brought Schumacher back into genuine championship contention, reducing Villeneuve's points advantage significantly. Ferrari's straight-line speed advantage on Montreal's long straights proved decisive, suggesting they would be strong contenders at similar high-speed circuits later in the season.