Red Bull: Kimi Raikkonen’s Son Robin, 11, to Join Driver Development Programme – BBC Sport
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Kimi Raikkonen’s son Robin, 11, signs for Red Bull
Image source: Getty Images
Image caption: Minttu Raikkonen (left) gave birth to Robin (second left) in 2015
By Ben Collins | BBC Sport journalist | Published 25 minutes ago
Robin Raikkonen, nicknamed ‘Ace’, the 11-year-old son of former Formula 1 world champion Kimi Raikkonen, has signed for Red Bull.
Quotations:
"We are all thrilled and excited that Robin has been chosen to further his racing path as a member of the Red Bull junior team," said 46-year-old Kimi.
"They offer a compelling and comprehensive programme to develop and nurture Robin’s progress over the coming years… without placing any unnecessary pressure on his shoulders." – Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies
Key Takeaways:
- Robin has impressed in karting championships.
- He will join Red Bull’s driver development programme in 2027.
- The program has produced F1 drivers such as Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen.
- Kimi Raikkonen was the most recent Ferrari driver to become world champion, winning in 2007.
