Kimi Raikkonen, Alfa Romeo, is 17th in drivers' championship 2021. She has two points from 12 races.
Kimi Raikkonen stated that Formula 1 was "never been my life" during his first interview since his announcement of his retirement.
Finn, 41, won the 2007 Ferrari world title. He said that he didn't have any plans for the future and that "right now, I am not interested in thinking about it".
Raikkonen stated that F1 is a time-consuming endeavor, but not the most important thing in his life.
"I live outside my world and do normal things, and it's all fine from that side."
Raikkonen will be leaving F1 as the most experienced driver in F1 history, having won 21 grand prix and keeping his charismatic, unassuming personality.
He said, "I always said it like it was," he continued. "The driving is what brings us here. There are many other things, but they have never been the reason to be here.
"I had a great run. I am happy with the results. It's not easy to win. I wanted to win a championship. It happened with Ferrari, and I was close to winning it once or twice. It was a happy event, especially when it was with them.
"I had fun, and it was my way. I wouldn't change one thing. No complaints."
Raikkonen stated that he hadn't made any decisions about his future, or even whether he would race anywhere else.
He said, "No plans." "I don’t want to be held accountable for any schedule. Because obviously, the past 18-19 years in F1 since I started and I did rallying during those two [sabbatical] year, there was always a schedule. It was always clear what would happen next on that date or that.
"I don’t want that. This is why I decided to do something different. It's clear that my life is not governed by the race, whatever it may be, or the work involved in F1.
"So, I'm not in hurry. It's not something I have even considered.
Raikkonen received many tributes from his colleagues and rivals.
Sebastian Vettel, his former Ferrari team-mate and four-time world champion, stated that he has been around for a while and was an amazing talent. It was amazing to see firsthand the speed and adaptability he displays. He was a great leader and enjoyed a long, successful career."
Lewis Hamilton stated Raikkonen would "be missed" and Fernando Alonso, a former Ferrari team-mate, agreed with the Briton that he was "always fair, tough, but fair".
Alonso stated, "You knew that you could trust Kimi." "He wouldn't do anything that would put you in danger."
