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Originally Posted by Adam43
I wish I could agree with that. However Ferrari needed to move on. Kimi hasn’t been able to compete at the high level required. His comparison to Vettel is poor and in other situations when presented with opportunities (e.g. Monza) he wasn’t able to capitalise and most situations he can’t get close enough to an opportunity.
Love him. Thrilled for the win. But he’s a few clicks away from top team calibre.
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I don't know about Kimi not being able to compete at the high level required, I think it's more to do with being required to fulfill a certain role. So far this season, Kimi has had three retirements, 10 podiums, including last weekend's win. His nearest rival and fellow countryman Bottas, has had 2 retirements, 8 podiums and no wins. Compared to last season, it could be argued Bottas is also not able to compete at the high level required. However, I don't think that's the case for either driver.
This is about whether Hamilton or Vettel will be the first to win a 5th title and their respective teams want the kudos and marketing potential that goes with such an accolade, particularly Ferrari, who have been the bridesmaids since Kimi last won the WDC in 2008. Therefore I think both Kimi and Bottas have been tasked with driving a supportive role, by their respective teams, in order to give Hamilton and Vettel the best, possible chance of winning that 5th title.