Marussia grateful for Bianchi support

Jules Bianchi

The 25-year-old underwent surgery in Mie General Hospital after suffering a severe head injury following a crash during the Japanese Grand Prix in Suzuka on Sunday.

Bianchi was involved in a collision on turn seven of lap 43 at the Suzuka circuit, the incident occurring in the same place where Adrian Sutil had spun out shortly before.

The Frenchman hit a recovery vehicle and was unconscious when he was transferred to hospital, where he is now in intensive care following an operation.

Marussia released a statement on Monday which gave no further update on their stricken driver's condition, but thanked well-wishers for the support they have shown.

The statement said: "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."

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