Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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AboutCircuit Gilles Villeneuve
Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve is situated on Montreal's Ile Notre-Dame, a man-made island in the St. Lawrence River which was the site of the 1967 World's Fair (Expo '67). Based on the site's existing roads, the circuit debuted with the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix and has since become the home of Canada's annual Formula One race. In addition the facility has hosted events in the FIA World Sportscar Championship, the Champ Car World Series and the GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series as well as NASCAR's Canadian Tire and Nationwide Series.
Originally christened Ile Notre-Dame Circuit, the track was officially renamed Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve following the legendary Canadian driver's fatal accident during qualifying for the 1982 Grand Prix of Belgium. The circuit has also undergone a number of alterations over the years to arrive at its current 13 turn, 2.71 mile (4.361 km) configuration.
Something of a hybrid street circuit/natural road course, Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve consists of a unique blend of high speed curves and tight chicanes, together with a long straightaway preceded by the tight L'Epingle hairpin. Notoriously hard on brakes, the circuit is also known for its "Wall of Champions" on the exit of the final chicane where World Champions Damon Hill, Michael Schumacher and Jacques Villeneuve crashed during Canadian Grands Prix.
Racing This Week
Week 5 of 12GT4 Falken Tyre Challenge
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Spec Racer Ford Challenge
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LMP3 Trophy
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Sports Car Challenge by Falken Tyre
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Location
Address
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Timezone
America/Toronto
Coordinates
45.5032, -73.5289
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in iRacing?
The Default configuration of Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is 2.71 miles (4.36 km) with 13 corners per lap.
Does Circuit Gilles Villeneuve have night racing in iRacing?
No, Circuit Gilles Villeneuve does not currently support night racing in iRacing.
Is Circuit Gilles Villeneuve free in iRacing?
No, Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is paid content and costs $14.95.
What series race at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in iRacing?
This week, 4 series are racing at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve: GT4 Falken Tyre Challenge, Spec Racer Ford Challenge, LMP3 Trophy, Sports Car Challenge by Falken Tyre.
Does Circuit Gilles Villeneuve support rain racing in iRacing?
Yes, Circuit Gilles Villeneuve supports dynamic weather and rain racing in iRacing.
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