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The Irish Sun
05-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Lewis Hamilton's brother joins him at Ferrari for first time as he shares heartwarming snap – and dog Roscoe visits too
NICOLAS HAMILTON was spotted in the Ferrari garage supporting his brother for the first time since he moved to the Italian team. Lewis Hamilton's brother posted a heart-warming snap on Instagram of the pair embracing in the Ferrari garage amid the final practice session at Silverstone on Friday. Advertisement 6 Lewis Hamilton's brother Nicolas was spotted supporting his older brother at Silverstone 6 It was the first time Nicolas watched his brother achieve his best practice session of the season Nicolas captioned the picture: 'So good to be back, supporting big bro! First time for me with Scuderiaferrari, where I have been made to feel so welcome.' The Hamiltons have motor racing in their DNA , with Nicolas currently competing in the British Touring Car Championship for Powder Monkey Brewing Co with Esidock. Nicolas, 33, races with a specially-modified car due to his cerebral palsy. Nicolas is a huge inspiration to fans across the globe, becoming the first ever disabled driver to compete in BTCC against able-bodied drivers. Advertisement READ MORE LEWIS HAMILTON Born two months prematurely, Nicolas spent the first six weeks of his life in intensive care and was diagnosed with spastic diplegia - a form of cerebral palsy - at 18 months old, with doctors predicting he would never be able to walk or run. The race at Donnington Park in April 2023. The seven-time world champion, who is going for a record-extending 10 Silverstone wins on Sunday, watched a best-ever finish of sixth for Nicolas. Nic said in an interview at the time: 'Lewis has never put a penny into my motorsport, Advertisement Most read in Motorsport Exclusive 6 Hamilton is hoping for a record-extending 10th win at Silverstone CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS 'There's people who still don't believe me when I say that, but that is literally the situation. 'I've had a lot of online trolling and bullying where everyone says I'm only in BTCC because of Lewis. Advertisement Lewis Hamilton gives lucky F1 rival a lift home on his private jet 'A lot of the criticism is unjust – I don't deserve it. But to finally shut the critics up on 23 April was the best thing I could ever wish for. It was a load of relief and a lot of weight off my shoulders.' Nicolas had competed full-time in the British Touring Car Championship since 2019 but stopped racing part way through the 2023 season. With the new BTCC campaign beginning in April, it was thought that Nicolas' 20-month sabbatical would be extended. But in March it was announced that he would be making a shock return after nearly two years out driving a modified Cupra Leon for Un-Limited Motorsports this year. Advertisement Meanwhile, on Saturday Hamilton dropped from P2 in the third qualifying session to qualify fifth for the British Grand Prix on Sunday. 6 Watching Lewis race as a youngster inspired Nicolas to get into motorsport The 40-year-old went too wide in the final sector, with old team-mate George Russell beating his time, as provisional pole-sitter Oscar Piastri bobbled wide too. But a stunning error-free lap from Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Red Bull star, with Piastri and Advertisement Elsewhere, Hamilton 's beloved French bulldog Roscoe was spotted returning to the Silverstone paddock this week. The Brit previously told 6 Lewis Hamilton's beloved French bulldog, Roscoe, was spotted at Silverstone this weekend British Grand Prix qualifying: Top 10 1) Max Vertsappen (Red Bull) 2) Oscar Piastri (McLaren) 3) Lando Norris (McLaren) 4) George Russell (Mercedes) 5) Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) 6) Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) 7) Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes)* 8) Oliver Bearman (Haas)** 9) Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) 10) Pierre Gasly (Alpine) Three-place grid penalty ** 10-place grid penalty 6 Advertisement
Scottish Sun
05-07-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Lewis Hamilton's brother joins him at Ferrari for first time as he shares heartwarming snap – and dog Roscoe visits too
BROTHERLY LOVE Lewis Hamilton's brother joins him at Ferrari for first time as he shares heartwarming snap – and dog Roscoe visits too Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NICOLAS HAMILTON was spotted in the Ferrari garage supporting his brother for the first time since he moved to the Italian team. Lewis Hamilton's brother posted a heart-warming snap on Instagram of the pair embracing in the Ferrari garage amid the final practice session at Silverstone on Friday. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Lewis Hamilton's brother Nicolas was spotted supporting his older brother at Silverstone 6 It was the first time Nicolas watched his brother achieve his best practice session of the season Nicolas captioned the picture: 'So good to be back, supporting big bro! First time for me with Scuderiaferrari, where I have been made to feel so welcome.' The Hamiltons have motor racing in their DNA, with Nicolas currently competing in the British Touring Car Championship for Powder Monkey Brewing Co with Esidock. Nicolas, 33, races with a specially-modified car due to his cerebral palsy. Nicolas is a huge inspiration to fans across the globe, becoming the first ever disabled driver to compete in BTCC against able-bodied drivers. Born two months prematurely, Nicolas spent the first six weeks of his life in intensive care and was diagnosed with spastic diplegia - a form of cerebral palsy - at 18 months old, with doctors predicting he would never be able to walk or run. The two brothers have a close bond and Lewis went incognito to watch Nicolas race at Donnington Park in April 2023. The seven-time world champion, who is going for a record-extending 10 Silverstone wins on Sunday, watched a best-ever finish of sixth for Nicolas. Nic said in an interview at the time: 'Lewis has never put a penny into my motorsport, 6 Hamilton is hoping for a record-extending 10th win at Silverstone CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS 'There's people who still don't believe me when I say that, but that is literally the situation. 'I've had a lot of online trolling and bullying where everyone says I'm only in BTCC because of Lewis. Lewis Hamilton gives lucky F1 rival a lift home on his private jet 'A lot of the criticism is unjust – I don't deserve it. But to finally shut the critics up on 23 April was the best thing I could ever wish for. It was a load of relief and a lot of weight off my shoulders.' Nicolas had competed full-time in the British Touring Car Championship since 2019 but stopped racing part way through the 2023 season. With the new BTCC campaign beginning in April, it was thought that Nicolas' 20-month sabbatical would be extended. But in March it was announced that he would be making a shock return after nearly two years out driving a modified Cupra Leon for Un-Limited Motorsports this year. Meanwhile, on Saturday Hamilton dropped from P2 in the third qualifying session to qualify fifth for the British Grand Prix on Sunday. 6 Watching Lewis race as a youngster inspired Nicolas to get into motorsport The 40-year-old went too wide in the final sector, with old team-mate George Russell beating his time, as provisional pole-sitter Oscar Piastri bobbled wide too. But a stunning error-free lap from Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Red Bull star, with Piastri and Lando Norris making up the front row. Elsewhere, Hamilton's beloved French bulldog Roscoe was spotted returning to the Silverstone paddock this week. The Brit previously told SunSport that "his heart stops" every time he gets a text about Roscoe, with the 12-year-old dog recently recovering from pneumonia. 6 Lewis Hamilton's beloved French bulldog, Roscoe, was spotted at Silverstone this weekend British Grand Prix qualifying: Top 10 1) Max Vertsappen (Red Bull) 2) Oscar Piastri (McLaren) 3) Lando Norris (McLaren) 4) George Russell (Mercedes) 5) Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) 6) Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) 7) Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes)* 8) Oliver Bearman (Haas)** 9) Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) 10) Pierre Gasly (Alpine) Three-place grid penalty ** 10-place grid penalty
Edinburgh Reporter
08-05-2025
- Edinburgh Reporter
Detectives probe theft of white Cupra Leon from West Lothian
Detectives in West Lothian are appealing for information following the theft of a vehicle from a street in Uphall. Around 3.20am on Thursday, 8 May, 2025 a white Cupra Leon, registration mark DA72 NWL was stolen from Byrehope Road. Detective Sergeant John Irvine of CID said: 'Through enquiries it has been established that the vehicle was seen on the A89 eastbound around 3.35am, then travelling on the A722 Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh around 4am. 'Over the last week, we have recovered 8 stolen vehicles in the West Lothian area. 'We require the help of the public to establish who has been involved in the thefts of these vehicles. 'Anyone with any information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0387 of Thursday, 8 May, 2025.' Like this: Like Related
Edinburgh Live
08-05-2025
- Edinburgh Live
West Lothian police launch major manhunt as vehicle nicked from home overnight
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Get the latest Edinburgh Live breaking news on WhatsApp Officers are appealing for information after a vehicle was allegedly nicked from a home overnight. Around 3.20am on Thursday May 8 a white Cupra Leon, with registration mark DA72 NWL was stolen from Byrehope Road, Uphall. Police have carried out inquiries and it's understood the car was seen on the A89 eastbound around 3.35am, then travelling on the A722 Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh around 4am. Detective Sergeant John Irvine of CID said: 'Over the last week, we have recovered 8 stolen vehicles in the West Lothian area. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages 'We require the help of the public to establish who has been involved in the thefts of these vehicles. 'Anyone with any information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0387 of Thursday, 8 May, 2025.'
Scotsman
08-05-2025
- Scotsman
West Lothian police recover 8 stolen vehicles within a week
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Detectives in West Lothian are appealing for information following the theft of a vehicle in Uphall. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... At around 3.20am on Thursday, May, 8, a white Cupra Leon, with registration plate DA72 NWL was stolen from Byrehope Road. Detective Sergeant John Irvine of CID said: 'Through enquiries it has been established that the vehicle was seen on the A89 eastbound around 3.35am, then travelling on the A722 Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh around 4am. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad At around 3.20am on Thursday, May, 8, a white Cupra Leon, with registration plate DA72 NWL was stolen from Byrehope Road in West Lothian | Google Maps 'Over the last week, we have recovered 8 stolen vehicles in the West Lothian area. We require the help of the public to establish who has been involved in the thefts of these vehicles.' Anyone with any information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0387 of Thursday, May 8.
