Kubica: crash won't change my driving

BMW Sauber driver Robert Kubica says his horrific accident at the Canadian Grand Prix will not change his driving style

"No, definitely not," said Kubica when asked if the accident will have an influence on his driving.

The Pole escaped with some bruises and a sprained ankle from a 230 km/h impact against a wall after going off track during the Montreal race.

Kubica admitted he has actually felt encouraged by the safety standards following his accident.

"I always knew that with a single seater and open wheels an accident like this could happen," he added. "Also it can always happen again. This is the same for every driver and we are all aware of it.

"I feel what happened is more encouraging than worrying thanks to the outcome that you still can climb out without being hurt.

"The improved safety regulations from the FIA plus the 'safety first' approach of our BMW Sauber F1 team engineers and designers have made this possible.

"I would like to say a big personal thank you to all of them. If I had been born earlier I would have still wanted to race in Formula One, but most likely would have suffered injuries. I feel I am lucky to be racing in modern Formula One."

Kubica missed the United States Grand Prix after the FIA doctors did not give him the green light to race, and the Pole will undergo further checks in France next week before he is given the go-ahead for the Magny-Cours event.