Formula 1 star Raikkonen: “Drinking is safer than sport”

DEAR ALCOHOL: Old master Kimi Räikkönen suffered a muscle injury during the summer break - but still wants to compete in his Alfa Romeo. This happened to him while playing sports. “Sport is dangerous, I’ve always said it’s dangerous. Drinking is probably safer. “You don’t hurt yourself, you just get a hangover,” said the Finn. In the past he has attracted attention one or two times with his nights of partying.

EXCITED DEBUTANT: After his promotion, Alexander Albon will start for Red Bull in Belgium for the first time. And the Brit with Thai roots is very nervous after being promoted from sister team Toro Rosso. “The car only has four wheels,” said the 23-year-old, who replaces Pierre Gasly in the cockpit. After a weak first half of the season, the Frenchman was forced to move to Toro Rosso. “I have to quickly understand how the team and the car work. I’m very excited,” said Albon.

Alexander Albon will start for Red Bull in the future. © APA/afp / KENZO TRIBOUILLARD

CALM AUDIENCE FAVORITE: Albon's Red Bull stable rival Max Verstappen has a lot of self-confidence after two wins this season - and can hope for the support of thousands of fans at the start of the second half of the season. The 21-year-old was born in Belgium and starts for the Netherlands. “It's great to have so many fans behind you. It's special motivation, but not pressure," said Verstappen: "This support brings a smile to my face."

PARTY WEEKEND: Valtteri Bottas had a perfect party weekend. From Sunday to Monday the Finn celebrated his 30th birthday in Helsinki with his closest friends, including a star DJ and fireworks. He already knew that his contract with Mercedes would be extended until the end of 2020. This was also made public on Thursday. “It was a good party with good people. It was nice to celebrate with your closest friends,” said the World Cup runner-up.

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Formula 1 star Raikkonen: “Drinking is safer than sport”

Formula 1 is back. The first race since the three-week summer break is scheduled for Sunday (15.10:XNUMX p.m.) in Spa-Francorchamps. In the days leading up to the Belgian Grand Prix there was already a lot to talk about in the paddock.

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