
The 11-year-old son of former F1 champion Kimi Raikkonen will join the Red Bull junior team in 2027.
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The Red Bull driver development programme has previously produced F1 champions such as Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen. Kimi Raikkonen retired from F1 in 2021 after a career that included 21 wins.
Robin Raikkonen, the 11-year-old son of former Formula 1 world champion Kimi Raikkonen, has signed for Red Bull.
Nicknamed 'Ace', the youngster has impressed in karting championships and will join Red Bull's driver development programme in 2027.
The programme has produced F1 drivers such as Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen - both four-time champions.
Robin's father, nicknamed 'Iceman', was the most recent Ferrari driver to become world champion, claiming his sole title in 2007.
The Finn claimed 21 wins and 103 podiums from 349 F1 starts before retiring in 2021. He also competed in the World Rally Championship and Nascar.
"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 and provide him with all the experience required to develop his natural talent."
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies said Robin has "already demonstrated exceptional ability in karting".
"His speed, racecraft and natural talent have established him as one of the most promising young drivers in his age group," Mekies added.
"At the same time, he impresses with his maturity, his calm approach and his clear focus on driving.
"Our goal is to develop him step by step, without placing any unnecessary pressure on his shoulders.
"The path through motorsport is a long one and we will give him the time, support and resources he needs to maximise his potential."
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Robin Raikkonen will join the Red Bull driver development programme in 2027.
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