Glock unlikely to take part in Barcelona test after appendix surgery

Yesterday, Virgin Racing driver Timo Glock has had his appendix removed. Due to this little surgery, the German will most likely not be able to participate in the upcoming final winter test session at Barcelona.

Team Principal John Booth said: "I can confirm that Timo had an operation yesterday to remove his appendix after a sudden case of appendicitis. The procedure was routine and Timo is recovering well in a Swiss hospital where he is likely to remain for a further 24 hours. To ensure a swift recovery, it is unlikely that he will take part in next week’s test in Barcelona and that Jerome will run on all four days instead, however, we will make a final decision early next week. We look forward to having Timo back with us very soon."