Formula One driver Lance Stroll will be absent from Sunday’s Singapore Grand Prix following a significant crash during Saturday’s qualifying session, as confirmed by his Aston Martin team.

While pushing to advance to the next qualifying round, Stroll collided with the barriers at high speed at the final corner, resulting in substantial damage to his Aston Martin. Debris littered the track, and one of the front wheels detached from the car.

In a statement released on Sunday, the team stated that the 24-year-old driver was still experiencing discomfort, and repairing the car was an extensive task.

“The entire team is relieved that Lance was able to exit the car after yesterday’s accident – however, he is still feeling the after-effects of such a high-impact crash,” said Mike Krack, the team principal, in the statement.

“Our top priority now is ensuring his full and swift recovery. Consequently, we have jointly decided that he will not participate in tonight’s race and will instead focus entirely on returning to the cockpit for the Japanese Grand Prix next weekend.”

Stroll managed to exit the car unassisted and was later cleared by the medical team, as reported by F1’s official website.

Currently, Stroll holds the ninth position in the drivers’ championship standings, with the Japanese Grand Prix scheduled for September 24th.