Ericsson lucky

Sauber driver Marcus Ericsson said he was lucky to emerge from his heavy practice shunt at Silverstone without any serious injuries. The Swede was taken to hospital for checks after crashing on the exit of Stowe, but was cleared to race. “I’m a bit bruised, aching, and I’ve some sore parts on my body,” he said. “To be honest it’s quite impressive to see the safety in these cars and on the tracks because with a shunt like that, an impact like that, it’s quite incredible to be able to walk away.”