Motorbase Performance have issued a further update on the medical condition of driver Luke Davenport after his accident during qualifying at Croft.
Davenport, who was placed in an induced coma and underwent successful operations on his leg and pelvis, is now ‘conscious and communicating’, and has been moved to the high dependency unit at James Cook Hospital in Middlesbrough.
“Luke is getting much better,” said a statement from Davenport’s family.
“A huge thank you to everyone who has been in touch, it’s really helped us as family to support him through this difficult time,
“We have received cards and well wishes from the marshals, fans, extrication crew, medical staff, BTCC drivers, sponsors, staff and fans,
“We’ve even had messages from teams in LeMans, Mexico City and New Zealand!
“The BTCC is a big family and we’re very grateful for the support.”