Lewis Hamilton announces death of ‘angel and true friend’ pet dog Roscoe

Roscoe has been a regular feature in the F1 paddock and at major events such as awards ceremonies since the seven-time world champion adopted him in 2013.

Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton and Roscoe in the Silverstone F1 paddock earlier this year (Andrew Matthews/PA)

British Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton has revealed that his dog Roscoe died in his arms on Sunday.

The 40-year-old who drives for Ferrari missed a tyre test over the weekend after the bulldog caught pneumonia.