Ted’s Podbook | Canada’s calling!

Ted Kravitz is in Montreal ahead of this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix. Ted looks at Red Bull’s prospects of claiming a 100th Grand Prix win as a constructor, why it is a must that Ferrari produces a podium finish and how George Russell ended up on Manchester City’s team bus after the Champions League final in Istanbul.

# Ted's PodBook: Canadian Grand Prix Preview

**Red Bull's Pursuit of 100th Grand Prix Win:**

- Red Bull seeks its 100th Grand Prix victory as a constructor, a significant milestone in the team's history.
- Max Verstappen remains composed, aiming for a win but not overly stressing about it.
- Sergio Perez expresses determination to reset and strive for victory, aiming to alleviate pressure from Verstappen.
- The team's focus is on celebrating this achievement, if it comes, without jinxing their chances.

**Ferrari's Need for a Podium Finish:**

- Ferrari needs a podium finish in Canada to maintain its momentum and quell concerns about their competitiveness.
- Carlos Sainz emphasizes the importance of podium success, considering the high-speed nature of the circuit and tire degradation issues.
- The team hopes to put the disappointment of Spain behind them and showcase improved performance.

**George Russell's Unique Experience:**

- George Russell shares his experience of attending the Champions League final in Istanbul and finding parallels between Jack Grealish's emotional journey and his own victory in Brazil.
- Russell highlights the significance of maintaining motivation and focus despite setbacks.

**Mercedes' Cautious Approach:**

- Lewis Hamilton and George Russell express concerns about Mercedes' potential performance in Canada, given the circuit's characteristics and their engineers' predictions.
- Hamilton emphasizes his role as a motivator, encouraging the team to strive for victory despite the challenges.

**Pierre Gasly's Bowling Adventure:**

- Pierre Gasly takes his team for a bowling session, encountering a unique Quebecois bowling variation with smaller skittles and balls, leading to his defeat.

**Esteban Ocon's Visit from Clarkson and Cooper:**

- Esteban Ocon receives a visit from Jeremy Clarkson and Caleb Cooper from Clarkson's Farm, who bring Hawkstone lager to the Alpine factory as promised.
- Cooper experiences difficulty fitting his hands around the F1 car steering wheel.

**Yuki Tsunoda's Disappointment:**

- Yuki Tsunoda expresses lingering frustration over his time penalty in Spain, which resulted in a drop in his finishing position.
- He seeks to understand the specifics of his mistake to avoid similar penalties in the future.

**Nick de Vries' Optimism:**

- Nick de Vries remains hopeful for a positive weekend, highlighting the progress made by the team in recent races.

**Logan Sargent's Approach to Mastering the Circuit:**

- Logan Sargent shares his unique method of finding time on the track, focusing on coming off the brakes earlier to achieve higher mid-corner speed and a quicker exit.

**Lance Stroll's Home Race Ambitions:**

- Lance Stroll expresses excitement for his home race in Montreal, aiming to secure his first podium of the season.
- He remains uncertain whether he or Fernando Alonso will be able to challenge for a podium finish.

**Groundhogs and Marmots Deterrence:**

- To prevent groundhogs and marmots from entering the circuit and potentially causing safety issues, the perimeter walls are sprayed with coyote pee as a deterrent.