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Lewis Hamilton revealed that hitting a groundhog earlier in the F1 Canadian GP caused damage that cost him a better position at the finish.
Lewis Hamilton disclosed that hitting a groundhog during the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix resulted in damage that impacted his race performance.
Although he initially aimed for a podium finish, Hamilton ultimately settled for sixth place, behind his teammate Charles Leclerc.
Hamilton expressed that the Mercedes, Red Bull, and McLaren cars were superior to the Scuderia, making it challenging for him to secure a better position.
Following the groundhog incident on Lap 12, Hamilton suffered front-end damage, reducing his car’s performance significantly.
Despite facing setbacks, Hamilton managed to stay close to Oscar Piastri but struggled with post-pit stop traffic, leaving him in a difficult position on the track.
Although a potential fourth-place finish turned into a seventh place, Hamilton acknowledged the support of the fans in Montreal and reflected on the positive aspects of the race weekend.
