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As F1 returns to Montreal for the Canadian Grand Prix, so too will a long-standing issue
Groundhogs in Montreal, also known as marmots, have been disrupting F1 events at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve since its first grand prix in 1978. The rodents tend to make the venue their home, forcing drivers to stay alert to avoid hitting them on the street circuit. Unfortunately, contact with F1 cars has resulted in the death of many groundhogs, including incidents involving Max Verstappen and Romain Grosjean.
Despite efforts by the city of Montreal to trap and relocate the animals, groundhogs continue to pose a risk to drivers at the Canadian Grand Prix. FIA race director Charlie Whiting explained that catching the rodents is considered unwise due to their protected status and habit of digging holes to access the track. As the F1 World Championship continues, drivers will need to navigate the circuit with caution to prevent any dangerous collisions with these unexpected wildlife.
