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Fernando Alonso Welcomes Kimi Raikkonen's Return to Formula 1

by - 12/03/2011 11:12:00 p.m.

Fernando Alonso says he is delighted he will share the track with Kimi Raikkonen next year, following the Finn's return to Formula 1 with Lotus. 

Raikkonen, who left the sport at the end of 2009, has secured a two-year deal with Lotus Renault to return to grand prix racing in 2012. 

Alonso believes the Finn's comeback is good news for the sport. 

\"I welcome him back. He's a great driver,\" Alonso said during a press conference in Madrid. 

\"He's one of the drivers with the biggest talent on the grid, a world champion, a wonderful person... So it's going to be a pleasure to race alongside him.\" 

\"I'm not comparing him with anyone, but it's not the same to start a race and get to the first corner and have Kimi Raikkonen alongside you than having a young driver or a rookie. Fighting with champions like this gives you a different feeling and more security.\" 

Full article: http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/96804

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