Hospitalized Massa finds himself under the weather

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Felipe Massa found himself unwell yesterday after free practice, and was taken to a hospital in Budapest for precautionary checks.

The Brazilian was feeling sick and dizzy after yesterday afternoon's second free practice session which he was only 15th fastest.

Massa cancelled his media appearances and was transferred to the MH EK Honvedkorhaz hospital in Budapest for further analysis.

A diagnosis revealed no serious problem and the Williams driver was given the green light Saturday morning by the FIA's medical delegate, declaring the driver fit and well.

Massa will however undergo another check after FP3 later today. Should there be a problem, Williams' official reserve driver and Sky Sports F1 consultant Paul di Resta could step in to replace the Brazilian.

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.