Canadian Grand Prix
Round 14 · Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal, Canada
1979-09-30
Winner: Alan Jones (Williams)
Who won the 1979 Canadian Grand Prix?
The 1979 Canadian Grand Prix was won by Alan Jones driving for Williams, starting from pole position. Gilles Villeneuve finished second, +1.080 behind, with Clay Regazzoni completing the podium. It was an attrition-heavy race with 16 retirements, many due to mechanical issues. This was Round 14 of the 1979 Formula 1 World Championship, held at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal, Canada. Jan Lammers was the biggest mover of the race, gaining 12 positions from P21 to finish P9.
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1979 Canadian Grand Prix — FAQ
Who won the 1979 Canadian Grand Prix?+
Alan Jones (Williams) won the 1979 Canadian Grand Prix on 1979-09-30 at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
Who finished P1, P2 and P3 at the 1979 Canadian Grand Prix?+
P1: Alan Jones (Williams). P2: Gilles Villeneuve (Ferrari), +1.080 behind. P3: Clay Regazzoni (Williams), +1:13.656 behind.
Who was on pole position for the 1979 Canadian Grand Prix?+
Alan Jones took pole position for the 1979 Canadian Grand Prix.
Which team won the 1979 Canadian Grand Prix?+
Williams won the 1979 Canadian Grand Prix with Alan Jones taking victory.