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Practice red flagged following big crash for Sainz

Final practice for the Russian Grand Prix was halted with 20 minutes remaining after Toro Rosso's Carlos Sainz suffered a huge accident. The Spaniard lost control of the rear of his car under braking, striking the wall on the approach to Turn 13. He then continued until he hit the barriers at high-speed. His car went under the TechPro barriers which meant it took several minutes to remove Sainz from the car safely, resulting in a red flagged session.  Sainz is transferred to the circuit ambulance after his crash. His car lost power during the impact and therefore he was unable to confirm his condition over team radio, however he gave a thumbs up when he was placed in the circuit...
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