Lewis Hamilton Called Jon Jones a 'Coward' Over Helicopter Pig Hunt

Two-division UFC champion Jon Jones has revealed an interaction with Lewis Hamilton in which the Formula 1 ace called him a 'coward' after a 2021 helicopter pig hunt video.

In an interview with AFLGlobal, Jones recounted that Hamilton sent him a lengthy message after seeing the hunting footage, condemning the act as cowardly and suggesting traditional hunting methods like spear or bow and arrow.

Jones admitted to being disappointed because Hamilton unfollowed and blocked him on social media, despite being a fan. "He unfollowed me and he blocked me, and it sucked because I was his fan," Jones said.

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The incident occurred while Hamilton was still at Mercedes, before his move to Ferrari in 2025. Hamilton is known as an animal rights advocate and has followed a vegan diet since 2017.

Jones defended his actions, stating the pig he shot was donated to an underprivileged family. However, Hamilton's criticism highlights differing views on hunting ethics and animal treatment.

Criticism from a sports figure of Hamilton's stature adds a new dimension to the debate over wild animal hunting, which often sparks controversy among celebrities and athletes.

Reported by Crash.net, this interaction shows how personal values can affect relationships between athletes from different sports.