VIDEO: Wickens gives update on recovery from Pocono crash

IndyCar driver Robert Wickens delivered a message to motorsport fans from his bed as he recovers from a list of serious injuries suffered in a huge crash at Pocono Speedway. Wickens suffered fractures to his spine and both legs after a sickening incident with Ryan Hunter-Reay.

Speaking ahead of the IndyCar season-closer at Sonoma, which saw Scott Dixon secure a fifth title, Wickens spoke publicly for the first time since undergoing multiple surgeries.

Although it is unclear if Wickens will ever return to racing condition, he spoke of his determination to make it back to the cockpit as soon as possible in a heart-warming video message.

Just a few words from Rehab, also good-luck to everyone in Sonoma this weekend! pic.twitter.com/7TD7pHnp4N — Robert Wickens (@robertwickens) September 16, 2018

With past experience in DTM, GP3 and Formula 2, the Canadian is a well-known and well-like driver across global motorsport.

As has been the case throughout the early stages of his recovery, Wickens' video was met with a flood of well-wishes from across motorsport.

Wish you all the best and look forward to seeing you racing again asap!???? — Pedro de la Rosa (@PedrodelaRosa1) September 16, 2018

Keep that winning smile @robertwickens that we know and love. From Toto and the @MercedesBenz family - we're all with you! — Mercedes-AMG F1 (@MercedesAMGF1) September 17, 2018

Stay strong ???????? — Bobby Labonte (@Bobby_Labonte) September 17, 2018

Vamos!! Get well soon mate! — Carlos Sainz (@Carlossainz55) September 17, 2018

Wishing you a speedy recovery Robert. I remember all too clearly how it felt to be a patient rather than a racing driver, but you WILL get there. Trust in the people around you and in your body. It’s a far more impressive machine than any racing car. — Anthony Davidson (@antdavidson) September 17, 2018