Jules Bianchi remains in a “critical but stable” condition in hospital following surgery after he sustained severe head injuries in Sunday’s Japanese Grand Prix.

Marussia have issued a statement thanking fans for their support and asked for “patience and understanding” after Jules Bianchi’s accident at yesterday’s Japanese Grand Prix.

Mercedes motorsport boss Toto Wolff is confident the simmering rivalry between Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg will not boil over and has revealed the pair may be allowed to duel for the Formula One title.

Lewis Hamilton maintained his red-hot form by setting the fastest practice time of the day for this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix.

Fernando Alonso finally tested with McLaren today to overshadow young team-mate Lewis Hamilton again topping the timesheets.