Formula 1 2014 thread

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Kimi at Ferrari.



Relations between Raikkonen andA*FerrariA*declined towards the end of his first stint with the Formula 1 squad from 2007-09.

But he is rejoining for 2014 after a four-year absence spent first pursuing options outside F1 and then re-establishing himself as a grand prix force with Lotus.

Although Raikkonen has a reputation for remaining distant from his teams, Domenicali said a change was already evident.

"I've found him more mature, like all of us, more experienced, very close to the team," Domenicali told Gazzetta dello Sport.

"He has come [to the factory] often already, and will come back to Maranello practically every week."

The Italian believes the challenge of joining a team whereA*Fernando AlonsoA*is already well-integrated is spurring Raikkonen to work harder.

"He is conscious of his capabilities," said Domenicali.

"Kimi knows what team he's in, he knows this is a very important challenge for him, he knows he has to deal with an ace like Fernando, with