Montreal advocates for a permanent F2 race following its emergency introduction.

      "There are two distinct driving techniques."

      Formula 2 and the organizers of the Canadian Grand Prix are already in discussions about a long-term agreement following the series' recent inclusion in the 2026 calendar. F1's support series will race in Montreal for the first time this month, a decision prompted by the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian rounds due to the conflict in the Middle East. However, Le Journal de Montreal reports that both parties are now keen for the arrangement to become permanent. "We are genuinely looking to establish a presence in Montreal," stated F2's head, Bruno Michel. "We would definitely like to return in the future." Michel disclosed that discussions had already begun prior to the start of the season, but the crisis accelerated the negotiations. "The cancellation of the races in Sakhir and Jeddah only sped up the talks," the report mentioned, emphasizing that the conflict "triggered a series of events." Montreal's organizers quickly stepped in by modifying the facilities at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve. "We provide a great show to enhance the now altered F1 with the new technical regulations," Michel commented. "It’s two different driving techniques. Racing is in our DNA." This initiative is also part of a wider effort to expand into North America. "As we enter the North American market, a continent where visibility was previously low, the CEO aims to further its development," the report indicated, with additional interest in Austin and Las Vegas. However, the swift addition of Miami and Montreal posed substantial logistical challenges. "They went into emergency mode and improvised temporary paddocks capable of housing the 11 teams and 22 cars," the report stated.