Kimi Raikkonen A few days ago he posted a post on Instagram in which He informs fans that he will leave Formula 1 at the end of the 2021 season. “That’s it. This will be my last season in Formula One. I made my decision last winter, and it wasn’t easy, but after this season it’s time for new things. Although the season goes on, I want to thank my family, all the teams and everyone. I met him during my career. And to you, the fans who have supported me all along. Formula 1 is coming to an end, but I can experience more in life. See you Kimi,” the Finn wrote.
Valtteri Bottas drives Alfa Romeo. Bad news for Kubica
Polish fans They wondered if that meant he’d get a chance Robert KubicaWho has been the backup driver for Alfa so far. The chances of that were slim. It was said for some time that he would succeed Finn Valtteri Bottas from mercedes. Official confirmation of the transfer arrived on Monday.
Valtteri Bottas will join forces with his former boss, Fred Vasseur Alfa Romeo From next season, after signing a long-term contract with the Swiss national team. The Finn will leave Mercedes, where he has been Lewis Hamilton’s partner since 2017. Bottas’ experience will be crucial for Alfa Romeo as the team plans to move forward next year – when the new rules are introduced,” reads the announcement on Form1.com.
“It opens a new chapter in my racing career: I am excited to join Alfa Romeo Racing Orlin In 2022 and beyond because it will be a new challenge.”
“Alfa Romeo is a brand that needs no introduction, they have written some great pages in history Formula 1 It will be an honor for me to represent this brand. I am delighted to be able to help lead the team forward, especially with the new regulations in 2022 that give the team a chance to make the leap in performance.”
“I am grateful for the trust the team has placed in me and I look forward to giving back to them in exchange for their belief: I am more hungry than ever to do my best. consequencesAnd when it’s time to win, “- Bottas said on the official Formula 1 website.
Khalifa Bottas in mercedes probably George Russell With Williams. It is not known who will be Bottas’ partner in Alpha next season.
Valtteri Bottas is currently third overall in F1. They are only in front of him Lewis Hamilton I Max Verstappen.
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