The Marussia Formula 1 Team have asked for “patience and understanding” with regards to updates on Jules Bianchi’s condition following his Japanese Grand Prix crash.
The Frenchman remains in hospital after hitting a recovery vehicle attending to Adrian Sutil’s Sauber. The 25-year-old underwent surgery for “severe head trauma” at Mie General Hospital.
The only official update came from the FIA three hours after the incident, but it is known that Bianchi was moved to Mie’s Intensive Care Unit on Sunday night following the operation.
Sky Sports News reports Bianchi is on a respirator to aid his breathing and he remains in a critical condition.
More information will be released when it is appropriate according to a Marussia statement.
“Following the accident involving Jules Bianchi during yesterday’s 2014 Formula 1 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,” read the team statement.
“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.”
