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Lewis Hamilton Heartbroken After Shocking Ferrari Damage Incident
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Highlights
- Hamilton hit a groundhog on lap 13 during Canadian Grand Prix.
- Car’s floor damaged, causing 20 points downforce loss, slower lap pace.
- Finished sixth, his lowest Circuit Gilles Villeneuve result ever.
- Ferrari’s brake issue combined with damage hurt Hamilton’s race.
- Next race is Austrian Grand Prix on June 29 at Red Bull Ring.
- Red Bull protest against Russell’s win was rejected in Canada.
Lewis Hamilton expressed regret after an unfortunate incident disrupted his Canadian Grand Prix on June 15. Starting from fifth on the grid, Hamilton struck a groundhog on lap 13 near Turn 10.
The accident caused damage to the floor of his Ferrari, resulting in a reported loss of 20 points of downforce. This translated into a reduction of about half a second in lap pace for the rest of the race.
Hamilton finished sixth in Montreal, his lowest ever result at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. This marked the first time he has gone ten races at the start of a season without a podium finish.
After the race, Hamilton shared his feelings, saying he was saddened by the incident and that he enjoys being around animals. He mentioned this had never happened to him before in racing.
Team reports indicated severe damage to the underfloor, particularly on the right side of the car. Combined with a brake issue that developed midway, it made for a difficult Sunday.
Hamilton described his race start as promising, with good car feel and tire management keeping him near the lead pack. However, after the incident, he struggled with handling due to compromised aerodynamics.
The team extended their first stint, but this caused Hamilton to be caught in traffic after his pit stop. These setbacks further hurt his race prospects.
Despite the challenges, Hamilton was thankful to finish the race given the magnitude of the technical problems. Ferrari’s struggles in Canada were not limited to Hamilton’s accident.
The team left the circuit with fewer points than expected, increasing pressure on their championship campaign. Hamilton currently sits sixth in the driver rankings with 79 points.
Ferrari is third among teams with a combined total of 183 points. McLaren leads the constructors’ standings with 374 points, and Oscar Piastri tops the driver list at 198.
The Canadian Grand Prix also saw Red Bull’s protest against George Russell’s win rejected. Meanwhile, McLaren dealt with intra-team issues following a collision.
Looking ahead, Hamilton emphasized the need for upgrades, noting that several parts of the car require improvement for competitiveness. The team’s next race is the Austrian Grand Prix on June 29 at the Red Bull Ring.
Fans will be watching closely to see how Ferrari and Hamilton respond after a challenging weekend in Montreal.
John Martinez delivers real-time NASCAR Cup Series and Truck Series news, from live race updates to pit-lane strategy analysis. A graduate of the University of Northwestern Ohio’s Motorsports Technology program, he breaks down rule changes, driver tactics, and championship points with crystal-clear reporting.
