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The decision preserves the Mercedes driver's points haul from the event and ensures he remains firmly in contention for a record-breaking eighth world championship.\n\nThe incident occurred during the frenetic 19-lap Sprint at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, which was held under challenging, changeable conditions. As the pack jostled for position through the tight Turn 6-7 chicane, Hamilton made an ambitious move on a rival that saw light contact and sent the other car momentarily off-line. The maneuver immediately sparked calls for an inquiry, with many observers expecting a time penalty or grid drop ahead of Sunday's main race.\n\nStewards summoned both drivers to the podium area after the session, spending nearly an hour poring over telemetry, video replays, and radio communications. In a released statement, the panel concluded that the move was “a bold but fair attempt” and that both drivers had contributed to the minor contact. “It was determined that neither party was wholly or predominantly to blame,” the statement read. “As such, no further action will be taken.”\n\nThe verdict was met with visible relief inside the Mercedes garage, where team principal Toto Wolff praised the stewards’ consistency. “We always maintained that it was a racing incident, and it’s good to see the officials agree,” Wolff said. “Lewis showed great racecraft and edge-of-the-seat driving — exactly what fans want to see in a Sprint.” Hamilton himself, speaking to Sky Sports F1, echoed that sentiment: “I went for a gap and we touched ever so slightly. It’s hard racing, but fair. I’m just glad the stewards saw it the same way.”\n\nNot everyone shared that view. Red Bull team boss Christian Horner, whose driver Max Verstappen was directly affected by the tangle, argued that the decision sets a dangerous precedent. “When you force another car off track and gain a lasting advantage, there should be a penalty. It’s as simple as that,” Horner said. Verstappen, who lost two positions in the aftermath, simply shrugged: “I’m not surprised. I’ll just do my talking on track tomorrow.”\n\nThe non-punishment carries significant weight in the 2026 title fight. With only three rounds remaining after Canada, every point is critical. Hamilton’s Sprint finish netted him 6 points, extending his championship lead to 12 points over Verstappen. Had a penalty been applied — a five-second time addition or three-place grid drop — that margin could have evaporated. Instead, he carries momentum into Sunday’s Grand Prix, where the weather forecast promises more rain and potential chaos.\n\nThe Sprint format itself has long divided opinion, with critics arguing that it encourages riskier behavior without sufficient deterrent. Saturday’s decision may reinforce the view that stewards are willing to let on-track battles play out without excessive interference — a philosophy that FIA’s own race director has championed in recent seasons. For drivers, the message is clear: assertive moves will be tolerated within reason, as long as they don’t jeopardize safety.\n\nFrom Hamilton’s perspective, the reprieve allows him to focus purely on extending his advantage in the main event. He will start from third on the grid, directly behind pole-sitter Charles Leclerc and Verstappen. If he can manage the tricky conditions and avoid further incidents, the Briton could leave Montreal with one hand on an unprecedented eighth crown.\n\nLooking ahead, the Silver Arrows’ performance in qualifying suggests they have race pace, but tire degradation and pit strategy will be crucial. Hamilton’s ability to steer clear of trouble — both in the stewards’ room and on track — will be paramount. The incident and its resolution underscore just how fine the margins are in modern Formula 1, where a split-second decision can alter a season’s course.\n\nAs the paddock packs up for the night, the talk is already turning to the main race. With no penalty hanging over him, Hamilton is in prime position to capitalize. The Canadian GP Sprint may be remembered not for the incident, but for the decision that shaped the championship narrative. 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