Canadian Grand Prix
Round 16 · Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal, Canada
1978-10-08
Winner: Gilles Villeneuve (Ferrari)
Who won the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix?
The 1978 Canadian Grand Prix was won by Gilles Villeneuve driving for Ferrari, starting from 3rd on the grid. Jody Scheckter finished second, +13.372 behind, with Carlos Reutemann completing the podium. It was an attrition-heavy race with 9 retirements, many due to mechanical issues. This was Round 16 of the 1978 Formula 1 World Championship, held at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal, Canada. Didier Pironi was the biggest mover of the race, gaining 11 positions from P18 to finish P7.
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1978 Canadian Grand Prix — FAQ
Who won the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix?+
Gilles Villeneuve (Ferrari) won the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix on 1978-10-08 at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
Who finished P1, P2 and P3 at the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix?+
P1: Gilles Villeneuve (Ferrari). P2: Jody Scheckter (Wolf), +13.372 behind. P3: Carlos Reutemann (Ferrari), +19.408 behind.
Who was on pole position for the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix?+
Jean-Pierre Jarier took pole position for the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix.
Which team won the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix?+
Ferrari won the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix with Gilles Villeneuve taking victory.