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Lewis Hamilton Says Bulldog Roscoe Has Died After Four Days on Life Support

The Ferrari driver said pneumonia led to a brief cardiac arrest and an induced coma, prompting his choice to withdraw ventilatory support.

Overview

  • Lewis Hamilton wrote that Roscoe died Sunday night, September 28, in his arms after intensive care.
  • He said veterinarians restored a heartbeat after it stopped during checks, after which Roscoe was kept on mechanical ventilation.
  • Hamilton called ending life support "the most difficult decision" of his life and thanked fans for their years of support.
  • Formula 1, Ferrari and other teams posted condolences on social media, highlighting Roscoe’s long presence in the paddock.
  • The 12-year-old bulldog was a familiar figure at races with an Instagram following exceeding one million, and local reports say Hamilton skipped a Ferrari event in Milan to remain with him.