Raikkonen says he secretly goes to motocross races

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Kimi Raikkonen's secret passion for motocross

Although Formula 1 drivers ban extreme sports, Kimi Raikkonen has secretly competed in motocross races.

2007 world champion Raikkonen said he enjoyed participating in small club races and having fun throughout his F1 career.

"I don't know what any of the teams I competed with thought about it because I never mentioned it to them," Raikkonen said. said.

“I sometimes competed in small club races, but that was just for fun, and I also have a small track at home where I raced with the kids.”

"I've never raced at the highest level, I felt these races were mostly a means of staying fit."

Raikkonen, who ended his long F2021 career after the 1 season, is currently the Kawasaki team boss in the FIM Motocross World Championship.

Raikkonen's passion for motocross reflects his courageous and risk-averse personality. This passion may have played an important role in his F1 career as well.