Neck complaint limits Vettel's FP3 involvement

Ferrari posted an update to say Sebastian Vettel sat out most of FP3 at the British Grand Prix due to a "nuisance on his neck".

Published : Jul 07, 2018 17:44 IST

Sebastian Vettel's involvement in the final practice session for the British Grand Prix was limited by a neck complaint.

The Ferrari driver, who is top of Formula One's drivers' standings by one point from Mercedes rival Lewis Hamilton, managed just eight laps in FP3 at Silverstone.

It remains to be seen what, if any, impact the issue will have on Vettel's status for qualifying later on Saturday.

Explaining Vettel's absence from the track, Ferrari tweeted: "#Seb5 is having a nuisance on his neck so he is missing this very last part. See you in #Quali #BritishGP #FP3."

Hamilton was fastest in a session that was at one stage red flagged when Toro Rosso driver Brendon Hartley crashed heavily into the barriers at the Brooklands corner.

The New Zealander suffered a suspension failure but was able to walk to the medical car for a check-up, although it is unlikely he will make qualifying.

Sign in to unlock all user benefits
  • Get notified on top games and events
  • Save stories to read later
  • Access to comment on every story
  • Sign up / manage to our newsletters with a single click
  • Get notified by email for early bird access to discounts & offers to our products
Sign in

Comments

Comments have to be in English, and in full sentences. They cannot be abusive or personal. Please abide to our community guidelines for posting your comment