Marussia test driver Maria De Villota is conscious after sustaining what had been described as 'life-threatening injuries' in an accident in Cambridgeshire ahead of this weekend's British Grand Prix.
The 32-year-old Spaniard was taking part in her first test for the Formula One team at Duxford Airfield on Tuesday morning when she crashed into a support truck after completing her opening installation lap.
After treatment by trackside paramedics, De Villota was taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge where it is understood she has been receiving treatment for head and face injuries.
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