Maria Sharapova Rushes to Support Broken Lewis Hamilton After Heart-Shattering Loss and Painful Singapore GP Collapse
Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula One world champion and current Scuderia Ferrari driver, has received emotional support from tennis icon Maria Sharapova after enduring one of the toughest weeks of his life. The British superstar was left devastated following the death of his beloved bulldog, Roscoe, just days before the Singapore Grand Prix — his first race since the heartbreaking loss.
Roscoe, Hamilton’s loyal companion for over a decade, wasn’t just a pet — he was family. The dog had accompanied the F1 legend to countless races, photoshoots, and even appeared in the paddock, becoming adored by fans worldwide. Hamilton’s grief was still raw when he arrived in Singapore, admitting that the days leading up to the race had been “emotionally draining.”
Despite the pain, Hamilton displayed remarkable strength and professionalism behind the wheel. Starting the race from sixth on the grid, the Ferrari driver struggled at the start, losing positions in the chaos of the opening laps. But as the race progressed, Hamilton rediscovered his rhythm. On the softer tires during the second stint, he clawed back time at a stunning pace — closing a 17-second gap to the frontrunners and showing glimpses of his old dominance.
Just as momentum began to swing his way, disaster struck. While dueling with young Mercedes prodigy Andrea Kimi Antonelli for fifth place, Hamilton’s Ferrari suddenly suffered a brutal brake failure. The issue forced him to back off, costing him valuable positions. He crossed the line in seventh, but a final-lap penalty for exceeding track limits — caused by his failing brakes — dropped him to eighth.
Instead of venting his frustration, Hamilton chose to speak from the heart. Taking to Instagram after the race, he shared an emotional message with fans, reflecting on grief, resilience, and gratitude. “After a tough week, it feels good to be home,” he wrote. “I had some time to reflect on my journey from Singapore, and the main emotion I’m feeling is gratitude. The love and support I’ve received since losing Roscoe has reminded me that even in dark times, there’s so much good in the world — you just have to look for it.”
Hamilton also highlighted his pride in Ferrari’s effort despite the setbacks. “The media headlines only tell one story — the one where things don’t go right. But I’ve been focused on the other story — how this team responds when things go wrong, how we rise again. We got the strategy right, but the brake issue held us back just as we were building momentum. Now we regroup, learn, and go again.”
His message concluded with a rallying cry for Ferrari: “I’m proud of this team. I see the progress, the passion, the hard work. But this is Ferrari — progress alone isn’t enough. To achieve greatness, we must go further, be better. If we build on what we’ve started and make the right changes, I believe we’ll get there. Forza Ferrari.”
Among the flood of responses to his post was a touching comment from five-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova. The tennis legend, who understands the pressure of elite competition, left a powerful message beneath Hamilton’s post: “A champion’s mentality.”
Her words resonated with fans worldwide, symbolizing mutual respect between two of sport’s fiercest and most mentally strong competitors. Sharapova’s message served as a reminder that champions — regardless of sport — share a rare ability to turn heartbreak into motivation.
Hamilton’s fans rallied around him as well, flooding his post with messages of love and encouragement. Many praised him for his honesty, his emotional strength, and his unwavering determination to keep fighting through adversity.
With six races remaining in the 2025 Formula One season, Hamilton’s next challenge will be the United States Grand Prix in Austin, from October 17–20. The Circuit of the Americas has been one of his favorite hunting grounds — a track where he’s claimed six victories. Now, with Ferrari improving race by race, fans are eager to see if he can channel his grief into glory and deliver his first Ferrari podium in Texas.
After one of the most emotional weeks of his career, Hamilton stands as proof that even when life delivers its hardest blows, true champions — with courage, resilience, and support from those who understand the struggle — always find a way to rise again.
