Hamilton reflects on personal loss ahead of British Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton has made a heartfelt admission ahead of the British Grand Prix, acknowledging the absence of his beloved dogs Roscoe and Coco, reports BritPanorama.
The British driver is currently sitting third in the drivers’ championship, pursuing what would be his second win with Ferrari at Silverstone following a significant transformation in form this season.
At 41, Hamilton faces this race without his two faithful companions for the first time. Coco passed away suddenly in 2020, while Roscoe succumbed to pneumonia in September 2025. “I miss both of my dogs every day,” Hamilton remarked, displaying a deep sense of loss as he recounted the affection the dogs had at race weekends.
During a light-hearted moment with former teammate Valtteri Bottas, Hamilton illustrated the fond memories, recalling Roscoe’s habit of leaving “presents” near Bottas’s motorhome. “He just always went there; I don’t know why,” Hamilton said, connecting the humour to the warmth the dogs brought to their time at Silverstone.
Hamilton is striving to secure his eighth world title, currently trailing championship leader Kimi Antonelli by 46 points. This season has seen a resurgence for Hamilton, who has achieved consecutive runner-up finishes, culminating in an inaugural victory with Ferrari in Barcelona.
Looking towards the British Grand Prix, Hamilton asserted his focus remains strictly on performance. “We’re thinking about this weekend, executing the best we can,” he stated, acknowledging that defeating Mercedes, the dominant team this year, will require the utmost from the Ferrari team. Nevertheless, he believes that achieving this goal is “not impossible.”
As the British Grand Prix approaches, Hamilton’s reflection on personal loss intertwines poignantly with his professional ambitions, a reminder of the human side of competitive sport—a dimension that often contrasts sharply with the high-octane nature of Formula 1. The race weekend is set to present both a competitive challenge and a personal moment of remembrance for a driver who has captured the hearts of many.
