It is that time of the year, when the presents pour in for the drivers who have worked to their last sweat all year. The FIA awards are here and our Old man at Alfa Romeo has bagged one for himself. Kimi Raikkonen received the award for the Action of the Year this season for his fantastic Portuguese Grand Prix.
The oldest member of the circuit was rumored to be in his last season of F1. However, it did not suit his wits to go out on a low. Kimi Raikkonen hails from the time when Schumacher hailed Ferrari to glory. The mettle of that breed instills within them a spirit not fettered by age. Thus we will see our Iceman again for another season in the Alfa Romeo cockpit.
Driving beside Giovanazzi, a racer half his age, Kimi still outperforms him. In fact, George Russell in a Williams cockpit is no match for Raikkonen in his Alfa Romeo cockpit. The Veteran still could take all the young lads to school, with the sight of a slight error. Well, armed with his record of most race starts this year, Kimi gears up for his prize.
The Iceman scooped the Action Of The Year Award at Friday’s 2020 FIA Prize-Giving ceremony 🏆
Kimi’s mega start at the Portuguese Grand Prix came out on top – here’s a reminder 👀🚀#F1 @fia pic.twitter.com/kVQ5hrzcry
— Formula 1 (@F1) December 19, 2020
The Portuguese circuit of Portimao was a slippery ride for the leaders. With Hamilton dropping back track positions, the drivers complained of zero grip in the initial laps of the race. However, Raikkonen showed them how it’s done with his flying first lap, climbing from P16 to P6.
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Kimi Raikkonen may have his last season in 21′
Kimi Raikkonen is an inspiration for many. With young racers like Norris and Ocon making their way higher into the circuit, they draw their spirit from the Iceman. Known for his sarcasm and his wonderful years with Ferrari, Kimi Raikkonen is still the rockstar he was years back.
Alfa Romeo hoarded back the Finnis for another year. With the option of Mick Schumacher, the young german sensation, the team still went after their old man for 2021. You might call it a tribute to the legend, but he served some wonderful stints to his name. Although his accolades are few, his legacy is huge.
Kimi Raikkonen finds him out of place at times in this new age of racing. With technology dominating itself in the sport, the racer feels racing has paced itself ahead and he might have fallen behind. However, the way he holds a position among everyone is commendable. His efforts will be on show one last time during the 2021 season presumes pundits. Well, lovers of the legend better not miss it.
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