Summary
Kimi Raikkonen is one of the most successful and popular drivers in Formula 1 history. The 2007 world champion has won 21 races and scored 103 podiums in his illustrious career.
He is also known for his cool and calm personality, earning the nickname “The Iceman”. But what is he up to in 2023? This article will explore his career, net worth, earnings, wife, height, and latest venture in NASCAR.
About Kimi Raikkonen
Kimi Raikkonen was born on October 17, 1979, in Espoo, Finland. He started karting at 10 and quickly showed his talent and speed. He moved to single-seater racing in 1999 and won the Formula Renault UK Championship in his first season.
He made his Formula 1 debut in 2001 with Sauber, and impressed everyone with his raw pace and consistency. He joined McLaren in 2002 and became a title contender, winning his first race in Malaysia in 2003.
He rejoined Ferrari in 2014 and stayed there until 2018, winning one more race in the United States in 2018. He moved to Alfa Romeo in 2019 and retired from Formula 1 at the end of 2021.
Early Life
He grew up in a modest family in Espoo, Finland. His father, Matti was a road builder, and his mother, Paula, was a secretary. He has an older brother Rami, who is also a racer. Kimi was interested in motorsports from a young age and got his first go-kart when he was four.
He started competing in karting events when he was 10 and won several championships in Finland and abroad. He also played ice hockey and football as a child, but racing was his passion.
Career
Kimi Raikkonen’s career is one of the most remarkable and diverse in motorsports history. He has competed in various categories and disciplines, such as Formula 1, rallying, NASCAR, Le Mans, Xfinity Series, Truck Series, etc.
He has won many races and championships and earned respect and admiration from fans and rivals alike. He is regarded as one of the fastest and most natural drivers ever to grace the sport.
Kimi Raikkonen’s Net Worth and Earnings
Kimi Raikkonen’s net worth is estimated at around $250 million as of 2023. His current contract with Alfa Romeo is worth $7.5 million per year. He has earned most of his fortune from his successful career as a Formula 1 driver, where he has been one of the highest-paid drivers for many years.
He owns several properties worldwide, including a villa in Switzerland, a mansion in Finland, an apartment in Dubai, etc. He also has a collection of cars and bikes, such as Ferrari Enzo, McLaren P1, Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder, Harley Davidson Fat Boy Lo, etc.
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Kimi-Matias Raikkonen |
| Born | October 17th ,1979 |
| Birthplace | Espoo, Finland |
| Nationality | Finnish |
| Age | 43 |
| Height | 1.75 m |
| Current Tour | NASCAR Cup Series |
| Major Title | F1 World Champion |
| Net Worth | $250 million |
| Highest Ranking | No.1 (2007) |
| Relationship | Married |
| Spouse | Minna-Mari Virtanen |
| @kimimatiasraikkonen |
Wife
Kimi Raikkonen’s wife is Minna-Mari Virtanen. They married in 2016 after getting divorced from Jenni Dahlman.
Age
He is 43 years old as of 2023.
Height and Weight
Kimi Raikkonen is 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) tall and weighs about 62 kg (137 lbs).
Career Stats
| Year | Constructor | Race entries | Race starts | Wins | Podiums | Pole positions | Fastest laps | Points |
| 2001 | Sauber | 17 | 16 | 9 | ||||
| 2002 | McLaren | 17 | 17 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 24 |
| 2003 | McLaren | 16 | 16 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 91 |
| 2004 | McLaren | 18 | 18 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 45 |
| 2005 | McLaren | 19 | 18 | 7 | 12 | 5 | 10 | 112 |
| 2006 | McLaren | 18 | 18 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 65 |
| 2007* | Ferrari | 17 | 17 | 6 ** | ** 12 ** | ** 3 ** | ** 6 ** | ** 110 |
| 2008* | Ferrari * | * 18 * | * 18 * | * 2 * | * 9 * | * 2 * | * 10 * | * 75 |
| 2009* | Ferrari * | * 17 * | * 17 * | * 1 * | * 5 * | * 0 * | * 1 * | * 48 |
| 2012-13 | Lotus | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| -2018-21 | -Ferrari-Alfa Romeo | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| -2022-23 | -NASCAR Cup Series | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
FAQs
Will Kimi Raikkonen race in NASCAR in 2023?
Kimi Raikkonen will race in the NASCAR Cup Series event at the Circuit of The Americas in Austin on March 26, 2023.
Will Kimi Raikkonen lead Ferrari’s Le Mans initiative in 2023?
Possibly, Kimi Raikkonen could be one of the drivers for Ferrari’s Le Mans Hypercar program that will start in 2023.
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