Lewis Hamilton has paid an emotional tribute to his dog Roscoe, who passed away on Sunday evening, leaving the Formula 1 legend heartbroken.
The Ferrari driver revealed that Roscoe, his loyal English bulldog, had been battling pneumonia and spent four days on life support before Hamilton was forced to make the painful decision to let him go. The 40-year-old described the experience as one of the most difficult moments of his life.
In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Hamilton wrote that Roscoe died in his arms after showing incredible strength until the very end. “He never stopped fighting. I feel so grateful to have shared my life with such a beautiful soul — an angel and a true friend,” he said.
Hamilton adopted Roscoe in 2013 during his first season with Mercedes, and the dog quickly became a familiar face in the Formula 1 paddock. Fans regularly saw him by Hamilton’s side at races, including appearances at the British Grand Prix.
The seven-time world champion reflected on the deep bond he had with his pet, comparing the pain of Roscoe’s passing to the loss of his other dog, Coco, in 2020. “Although I’ve experienced loss before, making the decision to put Roscoe to sleep was something I’d never faced. It is one of the most painful experiences anyone can go through,” Hamilton explained.
Despite the heartbreak, he expressed gratitude for the joy Roscoe brought into his life: “Bringing Roscoe into my world was the best decision I ever made. To love so deeply and to be loved back in return is one of life’s greatest gifts.” He also thanked fans worldwide for their support over the years, saying it had been “so special to witness and feel.”
While dealing with personal grief, Hamilton continues to endure a tough debut season with Ferrari. After leaving Mercedes, the 105-time race winner has yet to secure a podium with the Italian team. The 2025 Formula 1 season resumes this weekend in Singapore, with practice beginning on Friday.
