# Lando Norris at the 2022 Canadian Grand Prix

Source: https://www.thef1formula.com/results/2022-montreal-lando-norris
Last updated: 2026-05-31

> Lando Norris's 2022 Canadian Grand Prix saw him finish 15th after starting 14th, completing all 70 laps for McLaren Racing but failing to score points at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.

Lando Norris's 2022 Canadian Grand Prix was a challenging affair for McLaren Racing, marked by a struggle to advance from a mid-grid start and ultimately finishing outside the points. Starting from 14th on the grid at the demanding Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Norris completed all 70 laps of the race, crossing the finish line in 15th position with a total race time of 1:37:13.902. This result yielded no championship points for the British driver, a stark contrast to his more competitive outings in previous seasons, such as his strong performance at the [2021 Mexico City Grand Prix](/results/2021-mexico-city-lando-norris) where he secured points. His fastest lap of 1:17.495, recorded on lap 63, placed him 11th among all drivers, indicating that while the overall race pace was not sufficient for points, there were still moments where the McLaren MCL36 showed potential. The top of the field saw Max Verstappen claim victory, with Carlos Sainz Jr. and Lewis Hamilton completing the podium, demonstrating the significant performance delta McLaren faced that weekend. The intricacies of race strategy and car setup are crucial, as detailed on the [Formula 1 — official site](https://www.formula1.com/en), and it appeared McLaren struggled to optimize these elements for the unique demands of Montreal.

The weekend in Montreal highlighted the fluctuating fortunes for McLaren Racing. Norris's teammate, Daniel Ricciardo, also finished outside the points in 11th, nine positions ahead of Norris and with a race time of 1:37:04.804. This combined result underscored the team's difficulty in extracting consistent performance on the Canadian circuit, which demands a delicate balance of straight-line speed for its long straights and precise handling through its chicanes. The strategic calls and car setup proved insufficient to challenge for points, a situation that can often define a team's weekend in the highly competitive [FIA — F1 World Championship](https://www.fia.com/events/fia-formula-one-world-championship). For a broader understanding of the sport's technical evolution and historical context, [Wikipedia: Formula One](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Formula_One) offers extensive information on how teams approach such challenges. Data analysis, like that found on platforms such as [Jolpica/Ergast — 2026 season data](https://api.jolpi.ca/ergast/f1/2026.json), often reveals the intricate details behind such performances, highlighting specific areas for improvement in car design or race execution. Despite the outcome, Norris remained a consistent finisher, completing the full race distance unlike some competitors, though the objective of scoring points remained elusive. This race served as a critical data point for McLaren to refine their understanding of the MCL36 and prepare for subsequent rounds on the [Formula 1 — official site](https://www.formula1.com/en) calendar. The challenge of progressing through the midfield from a P14 start is substantial, especially when contrasted with a commanding drive like [Max Verstappen at the 2021 Mexico City Grand Prix](/results/2021-mexico-city-max-verstappen), who started from pole and converted it to victory. While Norris did not retire, other drivers like [Charles Leclerc at the 2021 Mexico City Grand Prix](/results/2021-mexico-city-charles-leclerc) have shown how a strong recovery drive can still yield significant points from a lower starting position, a feat McLaren was unable to achieve in Canada. The team's strategy, including pit stops, also played a role in managing tire degradation and track position, but ultimately did not elevate Norris into contention for the top ten on the [Formula 1 — official site](https://www.formula1.com/en) calendar.