Jenson Button frustrated with Kimi Raikkonen

McLaren driver Jenson Button has blamed Lotus's Kimi Raikkonen for his early exit during qualifying at the Korean Grand Prix on Saturday.

The former world champion was on a flying lap in the second session looking to reach the top 10 when he was stuck behind the Finn through turns 11 and 12.

He told reporters: "It's quite frustrating: they're pretty quick corners, and, when you're that close to the car in front, it damages your lap.

"It's a pity: without that delay, I'm pretty sure I would've qualified inside the top 10."

By Button's own admission, the Korean International Circuit has proven a tough place to get results and the Briton recently said that he is looking to buck that trend.

He will start 11th for Sunday's race after Mark Webber's 10-place grid penalty moved him down the grid.