Jules Bianchi is in a "critical but stable" condition in hospital following his crash in the Japanese Grand Prix, the FIA has confirmed.
An FIA spokesman confirmed Bianchi's condition from Mie General Hospital, where Bianchi is being treated. Earlier on Monday, Marussia asked for "patience and understanding" over updates as the team focuses on Bianchi and his family.
Bianchi was taken to Mie General Hopsital after hitting a recovery vehicle during at Suzuka, and underwent surgery on Sunday evening following a CT scan which showed a "severe head injury". On Monday, Marussia released a statement which thanked fans for their support and urged patience regarding any updates on Bianchi's condition.
The full statement reads as follows:
"Following the accident involving Jules Bianchi during yesterday's 2014 Formula One Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka Circuit, the Marussia F1 Team would like to acknowledge the huge outpouring of support and affection for Jules and the Team at this very difficult time.
"With regard to the communication of information concerning Jules' medical condition, we will respect, and be guided by, the wishes of the Bianchi family. Together with Jules' care, they will remain our highest priority. Therefore, we would ask for patience and understanding with regard to further medical updates, which will be communicated in conjunction with the Mie General Medical Center in Yokkaichi, where Jules is being treated, when they feel it is appropriate.
"Representatives of the Marussia F1 Team and Scuderia Ferrari will remain at the hospital to support Jules and the Bianchi family.
Yesterday afternoon (5/10/14), former Jordan, McLaren and Tyrrell F1 driver Andrea de Cesaris has died at the age of 55 following a motorbike accident in his native Italy.
Local media reports say that de Cesaris lost control of his bike on a road near Rome and was killed instantly.
De Cesaris competed in 214 races across a 15-year career, claiming a pole position and five podiums. He held the record for the most races without claiming a victory.
He made his debut with Alfa Romeo in 1980 before moving to McLaren for 1981, a decision which proved unsuccessful and he returned to Alfa Romeo for two seasons. 1983 proved to be his best year as he twice finished on the podium and classified eighth in the championship.
In 1984 he raced for Ligier for two seasons. Then followed by a season at each at Minardi, Brabham, and Rial. Then in 1989 race at Dallara for two seasons.
De Cesaris joined Jordan for its first foray into Formula 1 in 1991 and claimed the team's maiden points in Canada, as well as competing for victory in Belgium. He join Tyrrell for a couple of seasons. And in his final year in1994 was his final year he briefly returned to Jordan to replace Eddie Irvine for a few races, before bowing out with Sauber replacing Karl Wendlinger at the team, which concludes his Formula 1 career.
Thoughts goes out to Andrea De Cesaris family and friends at this period of time.
R.I.P. Andrea De Cesaris
Jules Bianchi has suffered a "severe head injury" after crashing in to a recovery vehicle during yesterday's (5/10/14) Japanese Grand Prix.
A mobile crane was recovering Adrian Sutil's Sauber when Bianchi's Marussia slid off in increasing rain and hit the rear of the crane. The medical car and ambulance were soon on the scene and the race was red flagged and didn't restart.
An FIA spokesman said Bianchi had suffered a "severe head injury" and is being operated on before being moved to intensive care.
The full FIA statement read as follows:
"On lap 42, Adrian Sutil lost control of his car, spun and hit the tyre barrier on the outside of Turn 7. The marshals displayed double waved yellow flags before the corner to warn the drivers of the incident. A recovery vehicle was despatched in order to lift the car and take it to a place of safety behind the guardrail. While this was being done the driver of car 17, Jules Bianchi, lost control of his car, travelled across the run-off area and hit the back of the tractor.
"Once the marshals reported that the driver was injured, medical teams were despatched and the Safety Car was deployed. These were followed by an extrication team and an ambulance.
"The driver was removed from the car, taken to the circuit medical centre and then by ambulance to Mie General Hospital.
"The CT scan shows that he has suffered a severe head injury and is currently undergoing surgery. Following this he will be moved to intensive care where he will be monitored."
Having said he himself aquaplaned off, Sutil confirmed that Bianchi had appeared to have the same problem: "It was more or less the same crash but the outcome was a bit different," Sutil said.
Thoughts and Prayers are with Jules Bianchi's friends and family tonight.
Reigning F1 World Champion Sebastian Vettel will leave Red Bull at the end of the season, with the team also confirming that Toro Rosso driver Daniil Kvyat is to replace him at Red Bull along side Daniel Ricciardo.
Vettel is said to have activated a release clause in his contract with Red Bull, and after a six-year spell with Red Bull he is set to switch to Ferrari, with strong rumours that Fernando Alonso poised for a return to McLaren.
Vettel has claimed 38 wins, 44 pole positions, four Drivers' titles and four Constructors' crowns at his six year stay at Red Bull.
This must be the biggest shock for next season, who ever expect it that Sebastian Vettel will stay at Red Bull in 2015. So does that means that Sebastian Vettel will be off to Ferrari next season. Does that means that Fernando Alonso will return to McLaren. What does it mean for Jenson Button? will he quit F1 then, who knows. Time will tell who will be driving where.
An end of an era for Sebastian Vettel at the Red Bull family from the last decade of dominance.
End of blog for now. New post soon. Bye.
Eugene Laverty has been officially confirmed today (2/10/14), that he will be ridding for the Aspar team for the 2015 MotoGP season.
The Suzuki World Superbike rider, who will race Honda's Open class bike next season along side 2006 MotoGP champion Nicky Hayden at Aspar.
Laverty twice finished as runner-up in the Supersport World Championship (2009 and 2010), before making the switch to the Superbike World Championship in 2011 with Yamaha, where he also took the runner-up spot last season with Aprillia.
Laverty previously raced in the 250cc Grand Prix class, departing halfway through his second term in 2008.
This has been rumoured since for over a month now that Laverty will join Drive M7 Aspar for next season. Good luck to Eugene Laverty riding at Drive M7 Aspar next season.
End of blog for now. New post soon. Bye.
It was confirmed today (1/10/14), that Danilo Petrucci will join the Pramac Racing team next season, with Yonny Hernández as his team-mate.
Petrucci, who has been competing with Ioda Racing since making his MotoGP debut in 2012, has inked a deal to join Pramac to race a top-spec Ducati till 2016 as he will replace the Ducati Team-bound Andrea Iannone.
This has been rumoured since Aragon MotoGP race that Petrucci will join Pramac Racing for next season. Good luck to Danilo Petrucci riding at Pramac Racing next season.
End of blog for now. New post soon. Bye.
