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F1 world reacts to Raikkonen leaving: 'A good friend and true champion'

F1 world reacts to Raikkonen leaving: 'A good friend and true champion'

01-09-2021 18:42 Last update: 20:23
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The announced departure of Kimi Raikkonen has caused quite some reactions. His departure was not entirely unexpected, but 'the Iceman' has been a household name in Formula 1 for years.

Especially his dry answers and team radios will be missed by many fans, but the Finn also has a pretty impressive career after this season. He impressed early on in his career with McLaren, where he scored nine victories. Subsequently, he became world champion with Ferrari in 2007, which makes him, for now, the last champion of the Italian team.

Reactions to Raikkonen's departure