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GPDA warns against 'knee-jerk' Bianchi reaction
New Grand Prix Drivers' Association (GPDA) chairman Alex Wurz has warned against jumping to conclusions about Jules Bianchi's crash at the Japanese Grand Prix until all the facts are known.
Bianchi remains in intensive care after suffering a severe head injury from a collision with a recovery vehicle on lap 42 at Suzuka. Wurz, who was only announced as chairman on October 3, two days before Bianchi's accident, thinks a proper investigation needs to take place before lessons can be learned.
"Obviously, such a terrible accident throws up a lot of questions and opinions," said Wurz. "By nature, we all like to have answers, conclusions and solutions as soon as possible. All of us drivers understand and also feel the need to investigate and discuss this matter. But we shall not jump to conclusions without having all evidence and information, and also having the chance to hear other parties' point of view."
Wurz also thinks drivers should be careful in the information they discuss in the coming weeks until all the facts about the accident are established.
"We would rather not debate this accident until we have all information collected. Most certainly, I recommend to all the drivers to refrain from a public discussion. Any such discussions and the pursuit of solutions shall be done in a closed circle to ensure respect and privacy for Jules's family, but equally to ensure this analytical process can be done in its best way.
"We need to give the experts time to analyse everything and, of course, we offer our full support to whichever authorities may be involved in this process. But foremost, we want to support the family and friends of Jules. We do this in the best way, not by inflaming knee-jerk conclusions. Our thoughts are with Jules and his family."
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