Boy who inspired Lewis Hamilton to victory dies weeks after F1 ace’s gesture

A boy with cancer whose fight inspired Lewis Hamilton to victory, has died aged five.

Harry Shaw passed away on Saturday but “fought to the very end”, his family said.

“His pain and suffering is over. It is impossible to imagine life without Harry and the hole he will leave in our lives,” they said in a statement on Twitter .

“We are SO proud of Harry and everything he achieved in his life and the legacy he has created to help others.

“We miss him so much.”

Hamilton was among a number of stars from the sporting world to lend support to Harry’s Giant Pledge.

The Formula One ace dedicated his win at the Spanish Grand Prix to the youngster, while Mercedes sent the trophy and one of Hamilton’s cars to Harry’s Surrey home for the youngster to enjoy.

In a remarkable gesture, Hamilton’s Mercedes team hastily arranged for one of their Formula One cars to park outside Harry’s home in Redhill.

The youngster, cradled in his father James’ arms, was then shown around Hamilton’s car by a Mercedes employee…….read more

 

Source: Mirror

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