Formula One driver Jules Bianchi remains in a “critical but stable” condition after suffering one of the most common traumatic and devastating brain injuries following his crash during Sunday’s Japanese Grand Prix.

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.

Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel showed he still has the stomach for a championship fight by claiming pole position for tomorrow’s Japanese Grand Prix.