Unfortunate incident reported: extensive damage, loss, and distress caused. - "Shockingly disheartening incident": Ferrari driver Hamilton accidentally runs over a groundhog
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Lewis Hamilton's Cruel Collision: Hitting a Groundhog in Montreal's Formula 1 Race
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In a shocking turn of events, record-breaking Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton, sustained unforeseen damage to his Ferrari at the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal. What started off as a day of high-octane racing swiftly turned sour when Hamilton struck a groundhog, finishing the race in a disheartening sixth place.
Hamilton, a known animal lover, couldn't help but express his sorrow: "I can't help but feel terrible about this. I adore creatures big and small, and for this unfortunate incident to occur, right here in Montreal... It's just awful." Hamilton remained blissfully unaware of the incident until informed later.
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur shed some light on the situation, stating that the front part of Hamilton's car's underbody was completely destroyed in the collision, causing a noticeable loss of performance. Hamilton, initially puzzled about the decline in performance, eventually recognized he had hit an animal.
A Hole in Hamilton's Armor
In post-race interviews, Hamilton revealed, "There was a hole in the car's underbody on the right side." Additionally, Hamilton suffered a brake problem later in the race that he grappled with to reach the finish line. "I'm just grateful I managed to complete the race with that brake issue and bring home some points," Hamilton added resiliently.
Groundhog run-ins have a history at the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal. In 2018, French driver Romain Grosjean faced a similar fate, and in 2021, world champion Max Verstappen narrowly avoided such an encounter.
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Insights:Groundhog incidents involving Formula 1 drivers at the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal have a documented history, affecting both Lewis Hamilton and other competitors. Previous attempts by the FIA and local authorities to manage the groundhog population at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, located on Notre Dame Island, have included placing animal traps around the circuit; however, the mammals continue to pose a challenge due to their digging habits and persistence in accessing the track. [Source: Enrichment Data]
- Despite his love for animals, Lewis Hamilton experienced a disappointing sixth place finish in the Formula One race in Montreal, Canada, after colliding with a groundhog.
- Regretting the incident, Hamilton narrated about a hole in his Ferrari's underbody, which he believes was caused by the collision during the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal.
