Las Vegas City Street Circuit Preview
- therookiereporters
- Nov 19
- 2 min read
The Formula 1 circus descends upon the western desert, ready to contest the Las Vegas Grand Prix amidst the city's iconic luminescence. As teams prepare to navigate the nascent circuit, a comprehensive overview of the track, the 2024 event, and potential outcomes is warranted.
Having debuted in 2023, the Las Vegas Street Circuit remains a strategic enigma for many F1 teams. The race, spanning 50 laps and a total distance of 309.958 km, unfolds under the characteristically cool desert night. Lando Norris, currently the championship leader, established the fastest lap at 1:34.876s across the 6.201km layout.
In 2024, George Russell secured victory from pole position, demonstrating Mercedes' adeptness in the prevailing cool and arid conditions. Lewis Hamilton completed a remarkable recovery drive to finish second, achieving a one-two finish for the Brackley-based team after starting from tenth on the grid. Max Verstappen's fifth-place finish was sufficient to clinch his fourth consecutive World Drivers' Championship, preceding his rival, Lando Norris.
Anticipations for this year include a strong showing from Lando Norris, potentially securing a top-three result, buoyed by his dominant performance in Brazil where he led every session. Despite McLaren's previous struggles at this venue, their highly successful 2025 season suggests a deviation from past results. Mercedes is expected to contend for victory, particularly with rookie Kimi Antonelli achieving his maiden podium alongside Norris and Verstappen. Max Verstappen continues his pursuit of the leading McLaren drivers, trailing Oscar Piastri by a mere 25 points, equivalent to a single race win. Anything is possible out in Vegas but the main query is: Who do you think will command the streets?
Article written by Alice Seager ©️Alice Seager 2025
