Kimi Räikkönen, the F1 world champion, is humorously remembered by his former boss Maurizio Arrivabene for a prank he played during their time at Ferrari. In a recent interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, Arrivabene recounted an incident where Räikkönen, who has a passion for motocross, showed him a leg in a cast through a video call, leaving Arrivabene in a state of panic about how to report the situation to CEO Sergio Marchionne. When Räikkönen eventually removed the cast, Arrivabene's relief turned into a humorous phrase that indicates the extent of his frustration.

Arrivabene's reflections didn't just highlight Räikkönen's sense of humor but also his character. While discussing comparisons with teammate Sebastian Vettel, Arrivabene noted that Räikkönen could maintain a focused mindset in the heat of competition. He stated that after intense discussions, Räikkönen would quickly move on without dwelling on the situation, while Vettel would continue to ponder over it. This insight into Räikkönen's personality underscores the characteristics that made him a unique driver during his time at Ferrari.

During Arrivabene's leadership from 2014 to 2019, Räikkönen raced for the Italian team at two different periods: from 2007 to 2009 and again from 2014 to 2018. Räikkönen secured a world championship title in 2007, a significant achievement that still resonates within the team today. This anecdote serves as an engaging glimpse into the dynamic relationships between race team members, further contributing to the lore surrounding F1 personalities and especially Räikkönen's legacy.