F1Racing magazine have chosen Kimi as their Personality of the Year 2013, here is a snippet of his accolade:
In the January issue there is also a feature on the financial situation at Lotus and how their relationship with Kimi fell apart over it:
Kimi is F1Racing’s Personality of the Year 2013
KIMI RÄIKKÖNEN SPACE 
Kimi is a legend with a cult status following, that is true. And much like Morrison or Lennon did, he’s fast becoming hugely idolized. Perhaps fans connect with him on a personal level, whereas most other drivers do not – maybe with the exception of James Hunt (who of course just happens to be Kimi’s hero).
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