Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton has reported the death of his six-year-old bulldog Coco, which passed away in his arms on Thursday.
Hamilton’s dogs, Roscoe and Coco, were a feature of the F1 paddock for a couple of years, accompanying him to several races each season before both retired from the ‘spotlight’, with Coco – the younger of the two – experiencing health issues.
Writing on social media, Hamilton revealed Coco’s death from a suspected heart attack, with the Mercedes driver explaining how he attempted to resuscitate his “little girl”.
“Last night at around 9pm, my beautiful little girl Coco died at home with the family by her side,” he said. “Her little heart gave in, we think it was a heart attack. I tried to revive her but it was no use.
“She’d had the best day, happier than I’d seen her in a long time.
“She was such a special dog, born with so many problems and I feel so lucky to have adopted her. Her breeder said she was going to have to put her down as she wouldn’t be able to afford all the things she would need to survive, she went through a lot to become the bouncy, lazy loving dog she was.
“On her last day, we shared a special moment playing together which I will never forget. I will miss her snoring and how happy she was always to see me. She was only 6, healthy and happy. Naturally, my heart is broken but I hope she’s in a better place with my Aunty Diane.
“Wanted to share with you and thank those of you who loved and cared for her.”
