Lewis Hamilton arrived at the Monaco Grand Prix paddock with a custom‑made holdall featuring the portraits of his beloved bulldogs, Roscoe and Coco, instantly drawing attention from spectators and media alike.
Bulldog tribute bag and its backstory
The leather tote, presented to the seven‑time world champion in 2018, bears the distinctive faces of Roscoe and Coco, the pair that became miniature celebrities on the Formula 1 circuit. Both dogs held official VIP passes and amassed a combined following of over a million on the “roscoelovescoco” Instagram account. During their lifetimes, Roscoe served as Bramble’s chief taste officer, appeared on the cover of Dogue magazine and even secured a cameo in the official F1 film. Coco passed away in 2020, and Hamilton announced Roscoe’s death in September 2025.
Fan reaction to the sentimental accessory
Reddit users expressed genuine emotion after the images circulated, with one comment noting, “Love that he’s had it for a long time and still uses it.” Another highlighted the gift’s 2018 origin, calling its continued presence “nice.” Several fans admitted the sight made them “cry” and described the bag as “beautiful.” The online response also referenced recent visits to the bulldogs’ Instagram feed, underscoring the lasting impact the pets had on the paddock community.
On‑track performance and upcoming schedule
Hamilton’s weekend began positively, posting the second‑quickest lap in Free Practice 1 and topping the timing sheets in Free Practice 2. The final practice session is slated for Saturday 6 June, followed by qualifying later that day. The Monaco Grand Prix itself is scheduled for Sunday 7 June, promising another demanding day on Monte Carlo’s narrow streets.
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