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Ecclestone sad about Raikkonen exit: 'Drivers have become robots'

Kimi Raikkonen has finished his last season in Formula 1. Bernie Ecclestone believes that he was the last driver on the grid who did not behave like a robot. The Finnish driver was known as 'The Iceman' throughout his career. He did not mince his words when speaking to the press and could often be heard cursing over the on-board radio. Many drivers receive media training, but Raikkonen always remained himself due to his lack of enthusiasm during interviews. As a result, the Finn was a big fan favorite. Read more Windsor: 'Verstappen had father, Piquet, Marko and Horner in his head' 'Drivers have become robots' Former F1 boss Ecclestone likes the honest nature of the single world champion....
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