Lotus driver Kimi Raikkonen has said that he is targeting to secure a podium finish in 2012 Singapore Grand Prix which will be held at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 23, 2012.

Raikkonen has performed extremely well in the season until now and has secured six podium finishes. Moreover, he has been considered as one of the most competent title contender in this year’s championship as he has got some amazing talent and skills.

The 2007 world champion said that even though they struggled in the Monaco GP, nevertheless, they successfully attained remarkable results in the European GP which was held at Valencia Street Circuit. Furthermore, he said that the track of the upcoming race is almost like Valencia so they are hoping to secure competitive points there next week.

“Monaco was not that good for us, but Valencia was one of the best weekends so far,” said Raikkonen. “Obviously, there is no reason why Singapore should be any different compared to Valencia.”

In addition, he said that overtaking will be immensely difficult in the approaching race. Therefore, he insisted that they must improve their qualifying pace for the next race so as to be able to start from a higher grid slot to achieve good result.

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