Massa himself expressed this passion in a recent interview with Polish journalists. He actually said he believed Kubica would replace him in the Ferrari cockpit for the 2012 season. However, a high-profile accident stirred things up. Kubica had to undergo treatment for several years, practically ending his Formula 1 career, and Massa stayed at Ferrari for another two years. It wasn’t until 2014 that Kimi Raikkonen replaced him in a red jersey.
“I’m sure Kubica will replace me at Ferrari. It’s only a matter of time. That should be the case for the 2012 season. I’m fine with that. I’m not going to be mad because he did a great job and he deserves this opportunity. But then he had an accident… It’s unbelievable, I feel so sorry for him. He missed the opportunity of a lifetime, it’s such a shame.” describe Mass.
Robert Kubica at the race in Brazil | photo: Williams F1 Team
Nevertheless, Kubica returned to the world of fast bikes. He was racing in rallies, circuit racing and most importantly in Formula 1 again when he signed with Williams. Although it wasn’t a successful comeback. the return itself is the greatest success. The number of wins or points earned is completely irrelevant in this case. Kubica writes stories that deserve to be filmed.
And Massa saw it the same way: “He could come back and race again today. I never thought he could do this. He deserves immense respect,” said the 2008 vice world champion, who concluded by reminiscing about his fight with Kubica in 2007 in Fuji, Japan. “It’s fun, I enjoy it. Looking back, our fight reminds me of the Villeneuve – Arnoux fight. What happened in the last lap… I think we’re both going to get penalties, we couldn’t do that today.” remember Mass.
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