HELSINKI (Reuters) - Formula One team Ferrari have set expectations high after strong performances in testing and could pay a heavy price if they disappoint in the season's opening race in Australia, according to retired double world champion Mika Hakkinen. Ferrari failed to win a race last year, finishing third overall, and their last title was the 2008 constructors' championship. "I believe that the whole Ferrari team has put enormous pressure on themselves," said Hakkinen, who won his 1998 and 1999 championships with McLaren. Ferrari have Hakkinen's compatriot and fan favourite Kimi Raikkonen, the 2007 world champion, in their lineup alongside four times champion Sebastian Vettel. Finland's big hope this season lies with Mercedes driver Valtteri Bottas, who has replaced retired world champion Nico Rosberg.

Source: The Star March 22, 2017 16:18 UTC