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Lego Portrait of Beloved Bulldog Roscoe Brings Lewis Hamilton too Tears

Miami, FL – October 12, 2025 – formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton was deeply moved by a custom Lego artwork created by two fans ⁤honoring his recently deceased bulldog, Roscoe. ⁢The‌ detailed mosaic,depicting Roscoe in three ⁢dimensions,prompted an emotional ‌response from the seven-time ⁢world champion,who shared his gratitude on Instagram.

The artwork features intricate details including a figure in a Ferrari racing suit, a Formula 1 car,‍ bottles from Hamilton’s Almave⁤ brand, and‍ miniatures referencing Hamilton’s 2024 Met Gala outfit. ⁣”This Lego portrait of Roscoe really touched me,” Hamilton wrote. “The attention to detail is ‍unbelievable and I can’t imagine how long it took. Thanks ​to Karen and ilona for making this for me and sending it to me.”

Roscoe, a well-known figure in the formula 1 paddock with 1.5 million Instagram followers and a modeling career, passed away in⁣ late September 2025 following a battle with pneumonia and a brief period on life support. Hamilton was with Roscoe until his final moments before the Singapore Grand Prix.

The ⁣gesture has resonated widely on social media, with Lego ‍commenting, “A worthy monument,” and ⁤fans expressing their condolences and admiration for the artwork.‍ Hamilton ⁢also expressed his gratitude for ⁤the outpouring ⁢of support, stating, “I want to thank you all for the incredible support. It ‌still hurts a lot and always will, but your love helps me tremendously.”

Norris Faces Scrutiny After Baku Near-Miss

BAKU, Azerbaijan – Lando Norris is​ under increasing scrutiny following the Azerbaijan grand Prix,‌ where a late Safety ‌Car period and strategic gamble ⁤ultimately denied him a likely first⁤ formula 1 victory. The McLaren driver finished ‌second to Sergio Perez, a result many believe could have been avoided with a ‌more conservative approach.

Norris had controlled much of ⁢the⁢ race, building a comfortable lead,‍ but a late Safety Car⁤ triggered by Yuki Tsunoda bunched up the field. While⁤ Perez pitted for fresh tires, Norris stayed out, gambling on ⁢track ⁤position. Though, the restart saw Perez quickly overtake Norris, leaving the Briton to settle for second. The decision has ⁤sparked debate about whether Norris and McLaren missed a golden opportunity.

“It’s easy to say now what we‍ should have done,” admitted McLaren team principal Andrea Stella. “But at the time, we felt staying out was the ⁢best option, given the details we had. It’s a tough one to take,⁢ but we learn ⁤from these situations.”

The result is particularly notable‌ as McLaren has demonstrated a clear step forward in performance this season, challenging red Bull’s dominance. Norris,consistently performing at a high‍ level,is ‌considered a future‌ star of the sport,and a ‌victory‍ in Baku would have been a pivotal​ moment in his career. ⁤

This near-miss raises questions​ about​ McLaren’s strategic decision-making under⁣ pressure and whether Norris, despite ⁢his talent, needs to be more ⁣assertive in ⁤influencing those calls.The Azerbaijan Grand Prix highlighted the fine margins in Formula 1 and the potential consequences of even the smallest miscalculation.

Horner Officially Departs ‌Red Bull racing

MILTON KEYNES, UK – Christian Horner has officially left Red Bull ⁤Racing, the team⁤ announced today. Horner’s departure follows⁣ weeks of speculation surrounding ‌internal investigations and ⁤allegations of ​inappropriate behavior. his original contract with ⁢the team ran ⁣through 2030 but ⁢was dissolved by mutual agreement. Financial details remain confidential, though reports suggest ‍a severance⁢ package between $70 and $100 million.

“Red Bull Racing today announces that team boss⁤ and CEO Christian Horner will leave the ⁤team today,” ‌read ‍a team press‌ release. Horner led Red Bull to six Constructors’ Championships and seven Drivers’ Championships, including a dominant​ run with Max Verstappen.

“I am incredibly proud of what we‌ have achieved as ⁣a team,” Horner said in a statement. “I am confident that, as always, they will achieve success on the race track for our fans and‍ will continue to do their ⁣best.”⁣ He also expressed gratitude to Dietrich Mateschitz, Mark Mateschitz, saravoot Yoovidyha,​ Chalerm Yoovidhya, Oliver Mintzlaff, and ⁢the team’s ⁣sponsors and partners.

Driver Grades: Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Expert Marc Surer and Motorsport-Total.com‌ have released their driver grades for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.‌ Ratings are available here.

Hamilton to Start from the Back of the Grid in Monza After Inquiry

monza, Italy – September 3, 2023 – Lewis Hamilton will start Sunday’s Italian Grand Prix from the back of the grid after stewards persistent he impeded Pierre Gasly during qualifying. The penalty follows a post-qualifying investigation into an incident at the Ascari chicane.

The incident occurred late in Q3 as drivers were preparing for thier final flying laps. Gasly was on a hot lap when he was forced to slow significantly while approaching Hamilton, who was on an out-lap.

Stewards initially reviewed evidence and noted conflicting views. “we examined whether one of the drivers should have done something differently. In addition, we checked whether AUTO 16 [gasly] fell on the track or strayed from the route. the available evidence was not conclusive whether Auto 16 had left the route. Clear evidence provides that Auto 16 had left the route,” the official statement read.

Both Hamilton and Gasly initially characterized the incident as a racing matter, suggesting no further action was warranted. However, after further review of all available evidence, stewards disagreed.

“Both drivers took the view that it was a racing incident and that this should not follow any further consequences for any of the drivers.We checked all available evidence and came to the same conclusion,” the statement continued.Despite this initial assessment, stewards ultimately imposed the grid penalty. “We did not take any further measures accordingly.”

The penalty significantly impacts Hamilton’s race prospects at a track known for overtaking difficulty. The Italian Grand Prix is a crucial event in the Formula 1 calendar, and the incident adds another layer of drama to the weekend.