Oliver Bearman was visibly distressed after a high-speed crash at the Japanese Grand Prix. Following the incident, the British driver urgently signaled for help from the marshals after losing control of his Formula 1 car and hitting a barrier.
Two marshals assisted Bearman in walking after he was removed from the Haas car, showing signs of significant pain. He limped and eventually collapsed behind the barrier, clutching his right lower leg and ankle, prompting the medical car to be dispatched.
Bearman was taken to the circuit medical center for further treatment, where X-rays revealed no fractures, only a bruise on his right knee. The race faced a delay as the damaged Haas vehicle was recovered and the barrier repaired.
The Grand Prix resumed with Kimi Antonelli leading the restart, with Oscar Piastri in second place. Antonelli maintained his lead, with Lewis Hamilton moving up to third, creating challenges for his former Mercedes teammate Russell.
Russell expressed frustration over team radio for pitting right before the safety car appeared, while Antonelli benefited from the timing after a shaky start from pole position. Russell encountered further issues during the race, slipping down the order as Leclerc overtook him.
Piastri held onto second place behind Antonelli, with Hamilton trailing behind. Norris and Verstappen struggled to advance in sixth and further back, respectively. Despite having Gasly’s Alpine in front, Verstappen found it challenging to make overtaking moves with his Red Bull car.
