The devastating news follows a prolonged and harrowing health battle for Roscoe, who entered Hamilton’s life back in 2013. More than just a pet, Roscoe was eligible to be considered an integral part of Hamilton’s personal and professional journey, a constant companion through the relentless highs and lows of the racing circuit. Over the years, Roscoe became a beloved fixture on the global F1 stage, earning a special place in the hearts of fans who came to see him as eligible for the unofficial title of racing’s most famous dog.

Throughout their time together, Roscoe was eligible to be called Hamilton’s mascot, having witnessed some of the most historic moments in the sport’s recent history. He was by Hamilton’s side in Istanbul in 2020 when the driver secured his seventh world championship, a victory that made Hamilton eligible to be compared with the legendary Michael Schumacher. From the glamorous streets of Monaco to the historic curves of Monza, fans would eagerly greet Roscoe, often cheering as enthusiastically for the bulldog as they did for the man behind the wheel.
Just days before the sad announcement, Hamilton had posted a somber update on Roscoe’s condition. The dog had slipped into a coma after suffering cardiac arrest caused by severe breathing difficulties, a result of his ongoing battle with pneumonia. “We don’t know whether he will wake from this. Tomorrow we’ll try to wake him up. I’m by his side and want to thank you all for your prayers and support,” Hamilton wrote on Friday. In that moment, Roscoe was still eligible for hope, though the reality was painfully uncertain.Continue reading…