“Life is a little shitty” – Kimi Räikkönen makes an honest admission on social media

After 19 long years in the premier class of motorsport, Kimi Räikkönen has announced his retirement from the sport. In his illustrious career, the Finn experienced a wealth of successes with 21 wins, 103 podiums and, above all, the 2007 World Championship with Scuderia Ferrari.

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But one thing Raikkonen isn’t a huge fan of was facing the media because of his shy personality. The Finn is a man of few words and only got into social media himself four years ago. Kimi Raikkonen opened up on social media ahead of the Dutch GP.

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What did Kimi Raikkonen say?

During an interview with Top Gear ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, before the Ice Man tested positive for COVID-19, Raikkonen was asked: What if famous people get caught by old tweets?

The Alfa Romeo driver replied: “Unfortunately, life is a bit mixed up these days. It’s madness. Whatever you say, some like it, some hate it. It does not matter.”

Formula 1 F1 – Holland Grand Prix – Circuit Zandvoort, Zandvoort, Netherlands – September 2, 2021. Alfa Romeo’s Kimi Raikkonen during the FIA ​​press conference pool on REUTERS / Kenzo Tribouillard.

However, Raikkonen has an active Instagram account and often uploads pictures with his family. When asked about his Instagram account, which currently has 2.5 million followers, the Finnish driver replied: “My brother has children and I enjoyed being with them before mine even joined them.

“Maybe it would be good to be at home more often, but they are used to it, you know?” Added Raikkonen.

Raikkonen returns at the Russian Grand Prix

After his shocking announcement of his resignation ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, Kimi Raikkonen missed the last two stages of the recently completed triple header after testing positive for coronavirus. Alfa Romeo substitute driver Robert Kubica replaced the 2007 world champion in both races.

Now, however, the ice man has confirmed that he has recovered from the virus and will be racing again at the Russian Grand Prix.

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Kimi Raikkonen uploaded his picture to Instagram with a short message: “I’m fine. See you at the next family doctor. “

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