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F1 Unites Around Hamilton After Death of Beloved Dog Roscoe

Hamilton now prepares for the Singapore Grand Prix after pausing commitments during Roscoe’s final days.

Overview

  • Hamilton said Roscoe died in his arms on Sunday evening after four days on life support following a pneumonia relapse.
  • He skipped a Pirelli tyre test at Mugello and a Ferrari fashion event in Milan to stay with his dog during the medical crisis.
  • Teams, drivers and governing bodies posted condolences, with Ferrari, Mercedes, McLaren, F1 and the FIA among those paying tribute.
  • Hamilton publicly thanked longtime carer Kirstin/Kristin McMillan, crediting her care with helping Roscoe live a long life.
  • Roscoe was a paddock fixture with over 1 million Instagram followers, and Hamilton’s highly engaged tribute included changing his social profiles as he returns to race preparation.