A late spin failed to stop Lewis Hamilton from setting the fastest time in final practice ahead of Sunday’s inaugural Russian Grand Prix.

The FIA is set to impose new safety measures following what president Jean Todt described as the "tragedy" of Jules Bianchi’s horrific accident in Japan on Sunday, which has left the Frenchman fighting for his life.

Lewis Hamilton quickly found himself at home around Sochi’s Olympic Park on a day when Formula One attempted to get back to business in the wake of Jules Bianchi’s accident five days ago.

It was business as usual for the majority of Formula One during the opening practice session ahead of the inaugural Russian Grand Prix, with the obvious exception of Marussia.

Marussia have confirmed they are to run only one car throughout this weekend’s inaugural Russian Grand Prix as a mark of respect for the critically-injured Jules Bianchi.

Marussia will run only Max Chilton throughout the inaugural Russian Grand Prix in Sochi this weekend out of respect for the critically injured Jules Bianchi.