Kimi Raikkonen in Red Bull garage as F1 team eye driver signing for the future

Kimi Raikkonen, the 2007 Formula 1 world champion, was spotted in the Red Bull garage during the Italian Grand Prix, sparking speculation about a potential driver signing. While Raikkonen himself is not returning to racing, reports indicate that Red Bull is looking to sign his son, Robin Raikkonen, to their junior program, which has a history of developing successful drivers in the sport.

At 46 years old, Kimi Raikkonen retired from F1 in 2021 after a notable career. The presence of Raikkonen in the Red Bull garage, where he was seen conversing with team principal Laurent Mekies, has fueled rumors about his son's upcoming signing, with an official announcement anticipated shortly.