Hamilton Hits Groundhog, Russell Wins Canadian GP

Lewis Hamilton finished sixth in the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix after striking a groundhog, which caused significant floor damage to his Ferrari and a loss of pace. Hamilton, who learned about the incident only after the race, was devastated by the animal's death and described the experience as unprecedented in his racing career. His difficulties were compounded by a brake problem and strategic missteps, causing him to drop out of podium contention. Mercedes' George Russell won the race, with Max Verstappen and Kimi Antonelli rounding out the podium. Ferrari's performance led to a further loss of ground in the Constructors’ Championship, and Hamilton called for urgent car upgrades. The incident also renewed attention on the persistent problem of wildlife at Montreal’s Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.