Alonso delighted with the return of Kimi Räikkönen

Fernando Alonso happily welcomes Kimi Räikkönen's return to F1. The double world champion praises the qualities of Iceman who will expand the starting grids with his world champion title won in 2007.

Published on 20/12/2011 à 13:45

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Alonso delighted with Kimi Räikkönen's return

Six world champions are currently on the starting grids for the 2012 season. With Michael Schumacher (Mercedes), Sebastian Vettel (Red Bull), Fernando Alonso (Ferrari), Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton (McLaren), Kimi Räikkönen will expand the lineup of the F1. After winning his two titles with the Renault F1 Team, Fernando Alonso is delighted with the return of the Finnish 2007 world champion, who according to him has undeniable qualities.

“I wish him a good return with us, he’s a magnificent driver.”, comments the Scuderia driver. “He will be one of the greatest talents on the starting grids, he is a world champion and an exceptional person. It will be a real pleasure to ride with him. I'm not comparing him with anyone, but being at the first corner of a race with Kimi Räikkönen next to him or with a rookie are two different things. Fighting with world champions brings a different feeling and you feel safer. »