LOS ANGELES – In a move that shows where his true priorities lie, seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has withdrawn from today’s Ferrari test session at Mugello for a deeply personal and distressing reason: his beloved bulldog, Roscoe, is fighting for his life.
The F1 superstar took to his social media channels to share a devastating update with his millions of fans. Hamilton revealed that Roscoe, his constant companion since 2013, was hospitalized with a severe case of pneumonia. The situation took a critical turn when the dog suffered a cardiac arrest while sedated during treatment. Although his heartbeat was restored, Roscoe is now in a coma.
A Heartbreaking Plea from the Paddock
Hamilton’s emotional post laid bare his fear and hope. He wrote:
“Please keep Roscoe in your thoughts. I want to keep you all updated. Roscoe caught pneumonia again and was struggling to breathe. He was hospitalized and sedated to calm him while they checked on him. During the procedure he had a cardiac arrest. His heartbeat came back but Roscoe is now in coma. We don’t know if he will wake up. Tomorrow we will try to wake him. I am by his side and want to thank you all for your prayers and support.”
In response to Hamilton’s absence, the Ferrari team is reportedly considering reserve driver Guanyu Zhou to take his place on the track.
More Than a Pet: Roscoe, the F1 Icon
For Hamilton and F1 fans worldwide, Roscoe is far more than a pet. Adopted in 2013, the bulldog has become a permanent fixture in the paddock, a furry icon in the high-octane world of Formula 1. He has starred in countless photoshoots with his famous owner and even boasts his own massively popular Instagram account, with a following of over 1 million fans.
Hamilton’s decision to prioritize his ailing best friend offers a poignant glimpse into the man behind the helmet—a nostalgic and deeply human side that resonates far beyond the competitive racetrack. The entire showbizztoday.com family is sending our best wishes to Roscoe for a full recovery.
#GetWellSoonRoscoe