Jules Bianchi Dies After Nine Months in a Coma
French Formula 1 driver Jules Bianchi has died nine months after suffering severe head injuries in a crash at the Japanese Grand Prix.
Bianchi, 25, had been in a coma since the crash on October 5, 2014. He died in a Nice hospital on Friday, July 17, 2015.
Bianchi's death is a tragic loss for the Formula 1 community. He was a talented driver with a bright future ahead of him. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and fans.
The FIA, Formula 1's governing body, released a statement expressing its condolences to Bianchi's family and friends.
"The FIA is saddened to announce that Jules Bianchi passed away today in the CHU de Nice hospital in France, where he was admitted following the accident at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix," the statement read.
"The FIA extends its deepest sympathies to Jules' family, friends, and the entire Formula 1 community. Jules will be sadly missed and his passing is a great loss to our sport."
Bianchi's death is a reminder of the dangers of Formula 1 racing. Despite the safety measures that have been put in place, the sport remains inherently dangerous.
We offer our deepest condolences to Bianchi's family and friends during this difficult time.
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