After much speculation, it is official that Formula One Champion Kimi Raikkonen will be coming to NASCAR. It was announced that he will run a limited schedule for Kyle Busch Motorsports in the Camping World Truck Series.
Team owner Kyle Busch is honored to bring the champion to his team.
"Adding one of the most talented drivers in the world is a continuation of building a team of proven winners and champions at KBM," Busch said. "I look forward to assisting in Kimi's transition to NASCAR as both an owner and teammate."
Raikkonen is also looking forward to working with Kyle Busch.
"Kyle is one of the best in NASCAR, and being able to draw on his knowledge will be a valuable asset as I make my transition to a new form of racing," Raikkonen said in a statement. "He has put together an experienced team that builds fast race trucks. I look forward to being a part of a team that has proven to be a winner on and off the race track."
Although there are no concrete plans for any Nationwide or Sprint Cup series races in the near future, it appears Raikkonen is committed to starting slow and working his way up the ladder.
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