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F1 driver undergoes surgery for head injury after Grand Prix crash

Formula One driver Jules Bianchi has undergone surgery after suffering a severe head injury at the Japanese Grand Prix.

The FIA confirmed Bianchi, who drives for Marussia, was unconscious when taken to hospital in an ambulance.

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Bianchi's Marussia team thank public for support

Formula One team Marussia have thanked the public for the "outpouring of support and affection" after driver Jules Bianchi suffered a severe head injury in a crash at the Japanese Grand Prix.

In a statement Marussia said further medical updates on the 25-year-old, who underwent surgery on Sunday, will be released in "accordance with the guidance and wishes" of his family.

Jules Bianchi underwent surgery for a severe head injury. Credit: HOCH ZWEI/DPA/Press Association Images

The Marussia statementsaid: "Following the accident 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."

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