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Raikkonen exit down to money dispute

Former world champion Kimi Raikkonen says a reason he will leave Lotus and race for Ferrari next year is because he has not been paid by his current team. The Finn is joining Fernando Alonso at Ferrari to form potentially the strongest driver line-up on the grid. Raikkonen said despite being owed money he would continue to race for Lotus this season: 'I haven't got my salary. 'It's unfortunate but I want to help the team and I want to win.' Lotus have declined to comment on the story. More to follow.
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