Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton announced Monday the death of his dog, Roscoe, who rose to fame as a beloved figure in the racing community. Roscoe was on life support after treatment for pneumonia.
Hamilton said Friday that Roscoe was struggling to breathe during his bout with pneumonia. The famous canine was hospitalized and sedated, and his heart stopped during examination. He was in a coma for four days.
"After four days on life support, fighting with every bit of strength he had, I had to make the hardest decision of my life and say goodbye to Roscoe," Hamilton said. "He never stopped fighting, right until the very end. I feel so grateful and honoured to have shared my life with such a beautiful soul, an angel and true friend. Bringing Roscoe into my life was the best