On Saturday, Montreal’s Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve hosted the qualifying rounds of the Canadian Grand Prix, where Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki was spotted attending the event with his fiancee, Caitlin Fitzgerald. Suzuki documented parts of their race day on Instagram, sharing moments from the busy F1 weekend.
One of his Instagram stories captured the pit lane, showing the grandstand filled with cheering fans under the bright race day atmosphere. Caitlin also posted a story featuring two drinks on a white table, with race cars and the packed grandstands visible behind them, accompanied by a heart and checkered flag emoji.
A Delightful Sushi Experience at Montreal’s Park Restaurant
Following the thrilling qualifying session, Suzuki enjoyed a meal at Park Restaurant located in Westmount, Montreal. Known for its upscale Japanese fusion cuisine and popular omakase tasting menu, the venue is helmed by chef Antonio Park. Suzuki shared an image on his stories displaying a wooden platter laden with a colorful variety of sushi, set against the warm, dim lighting of the establishment.
Overview of Saturday’s Racing Highlights at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve
The main attraction of the day saw George Russell capture pole position with an impressive time of 1:10.899, narrowly surpassing defending champion Max Verstappen. Other notable qualifiers included Oscar Piastri in third place and Lewis Hamilton securing fifth. Earlier in the day, Lando Norris led the times during Free Practice 3, setting the tone for a competitive race weekend.
Insights into Nick Suzuki’s Board Game and Cooking Skills from Caitlin Fitzgerald
In a candid chat on the Never Offside with Julie & Cat podcast earlier this year, Caitlin Fitzgerald shared some playful yet telling details about Nick Suzuki’s habits off the ice. She revealed that Suzuki excels at nearly every board game they play, which makes her unwilling to compete against him in some games like Scrabble.
“He is, it’s really annoying. So I don’t like to play games with him,” she said. “No matter what it is, he always wins and it’s so annoying. Like I won’t play Scrabble with him. I don’t, I don’t like playing games with him at all.” —Caitlin Fitzgerald, Fiancee
When it comes to cooking, Caitlin admitted that Suzuki is less talented. Although he can prepare meals when asked, she prefers to handle cooking herself due to his limited skills in the kitchen.
“Okay, there we go. He sucks at cooking. He can cook, not that well. If I was like, ‘Nick make dinner’, he’d make dinner. But I prefer to eat what I make,” she explained. —Caitlin Fitzgerald, Fiancee
Reflecting on a past event, Caitlin also recalled a “Squid Games” style challenge in which Nick emerged as the sole winner, joking that he would likely be the last one surviving if the scenario were real.
Significance of Suzuki’s Presence at the Grand Prix and Next Steps
Nick Suzuki’s attendance at the Canadian Grand Prix alongside Caitlin highlights his appreciation for major sporting events beyond hockey, offering fans a glimpse of his personal life and interests. His sushi dining experience at a celebrated Montreal restaurant further showcases his connection to local culture. As the Formula 1 weekend progresses, fans will continue to follow the unfolding competition while watching Suzuki prepare for the Canadiens’ upcoming season.