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There’s a curious reason as to why so many groundhogs are spotted at the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal
Groundhogs have become an unusual part of the Canadian Grand Prix story due to their presence on the temporary street circuit on Notre Dame Island in Montreal.
The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve faces the strange recurring hazard of groundhogs during the race weekend.
Drivers have had to navigate around the animals on the track, bringing attention to this unique issue in F1.
The track’s location on an island with a history dating back to Montreal’s Expo period contributes to the presence of wildlife like groundhogs.
Organizers face challenges in preventing groundhogs from accessing the track due to the need for drainage openings in the barriers around the circuit.
