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Red Bull considers signing Robin Raikkonen to junior driver development programme

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 7:00 PM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Red Bull considers signing Robin Raikkonen to junior driver development programme

Summary

Red Bull is negotiating a deal to add 11-year-old karting driver Robin Raikkonen to its junior development programme. The son of 2007 world champion Kimi Raikkonen was observed at the Italian Grand Prix at Monza last weekend, where his family visited the Red Bull motorhome. While the team has not formally confirmed the signing, consultant Gino Rosato indicated that discussions are currently active and an announcement could occur this year. Robin competes in the Mini category of the Rotax Max Challenge and currently leads the overall standings. Red Bull’s junior programme, now led by Gwen Lagrue, has produced seven of the current Formula 1 grid drivers.

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By the Numbers

•Robin Raikkonen is an 11-year-old karting driver currently leading the Rotax Max Challenge Mini category standings.
•The Raikkonen family visited the Red Bull motorhome at Monza during the Italian Grand Prix last weekend.
•Consultant Gino Rosato confirmed the team is working on an agreement for the junior programme.
•Red Bull’s development programme has produced seven drivers currently competing on the Formula 1 grid.

Latest Updates

7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Red Bull set to sign Kimi Raikkonen's son Robin to junior programme after Monza visit

What they're saying

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Red Bull is set to sign Robin Raikkonen, the 11-year-old son of 2007 World Champion Kimi Raikkonen, to its famous junior driver development programme, according to reports - with the team yet to confirm the deal. The Raikkonen family was spotted heading into the Red Bull motorhome at Monza during last weekend's Italian Grand Prix.
— Yahoo Sports

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