Lewis Hamilton regrets his “best friend” Roscoe
The seven -time F1 champion released the news on social networks and described it as “one of the most painful experiences”
Lewis Hamilton He informed that his bulldog Roscoea constant presence in the paddock of the Formula 1he has died after days of medical treatment and that he was sleeping was “one of the most painful experiences” of the life of the seven -time F1 champion.
Lewis Hamilton a day of tire testing was lost last week while taking care of Roscoewho at that time was in a coma after a pneumonia infection. Roscoe died Sunday night, published Lewis Hamilton in account of Instagram This Monday.
“After four days with life support, fighting with each gram of force I had, I had to take the most difficult decision of my life and say goodbye to Roscoe. He never stopped fighting, until the end, “he said Lewis Hamilton.
Roscoe12 years, which he fulfilled on October 28, 2024, and who Lewis Hamilton He called his “best friend“In an X post, it was a common presence in the Paddock of F1 during much of the career of Lewis Hamilton and has 1.4 million followers on Instagram.
“Although I lost Coco (the dog of Lewis Hamilton That he died in 2020), he had never had to sleep a dog before, although I know that my mother and many close friends have done it, “he said.
“Is One of the most painful experiences And I feel a deep connection with everyone who has gone through the loss of a beloved pet, “he added.” Although it was very difficult, having it was one of the most beautiful parts of life, loving so deeply and being loved in return. “
The death of Roscoe caused condolences from all over the F1.
Ferrari wrote in X that Bulldog would be “always part of the paddock”, adding “rest in peace, Roscoe.
“I’m very sorry for your loss, friend,” said George Russell, the former teammaker of team Lewis Hamilton In Mercedes on Instagram.
“He Roscoe of Lewis Hamilton He brought smiles to Paddock and gave heat the hearts of fans worldwide, “he published the official F1 account.” Our thoughts are with Lewis during this difficult time. “
The FIA, the governing body of the sport, said it was “deeply sad” by the news.
Lewis Hamilton He plans to compete in the Singapore Grand Prix this week while looking for his first podium in a complete F1 race since Ferrari joined for 2025.
