Overview
- Lewis Hamilton said messages from fans, fellow drivers, teams, the FIA and Formula 1 leadership after the death of his bulldog Roscoe were deeply appreciated.
- Hamilton described Roscoe as the most important thing in his life and his best friend, reflecting on the difficulty of the decision to have the 12-year-old euthanized.
- Reports differ on Roscoe’s final illness, with some citing pneumonia and others a cardiac arrest that led to days in a coma before he was put to sleep.
- Hamilton plans to race the Singapore Grand Prix and said any strong result would not be dedicated solely to Roscoe, noting many people around the team also deserve it.
- He skipped a planned tyre test in Italy to remain with his dog, whose frequent appearances in the paddock since 2013 helped make him a fan favorite.