Romain Grosjean: It was a really scary moment for me, but probably more scary for the crew, I could see his face. I am glad they are okay. I certainly owe them some beers!
Lotus driver Pastor Maldonado continues the quest for his first points in a frustrating F1 campaign as the season heads to Sochi for the inaugural Russian Grand Prix.
Pastor Maldonado admits that he is looking forward to taking on the Marina Bay circuit despite the challenges the Singapore Grand Prix holds for drivers.
Friday FIA press conference from Hockenheim in Germany with John Booth (Marussia), Paul Hembery (Pirelli), Federico Gastaldi (Lotus), Christijan Albers (Caterham), Toto Wolff (Mercedes) and Cyril Abiteboul (Renault).
Technical director Nick Chester is hopeful that the latest raft of new parts for the recalcitrant E22 will bring Lotus F1 back into play at the German Grand Prix.