Formula 1 fans, get ready! The Las Vegas Grand Prix returns in 2025 with all the speed, drama, and excitement that make this race so iconic. Let’s look at some cool facts and stats ahead of the big weekend.
A Dazzling Street Circuit
First up, the Las Vegas Grand Prix is held on a track that’s truly unique in Formula 1. The street circuit runs along the famous Las Vegas Strip, mixing bright lights, long straights, and tight corners that challenge even the best drivers. The track has a few particularly tough spots worth knowing about. For example, Turn 6 into Turn 7 is a tricky braking zone where drivers slow down hard before attacking a long left-hand corner. This spot is famous for drivers locking their front inside tyres if they’re not careful.
Another key moment is Turn 12, which comes after two long straights. This corner is critical because drivers have to brake and then quickly get a good exit to maximise speed on the following straight. Getting this part right can make all the difference between gaining or losing valuable tenths of a second.
One thing that makes the Las Vegas GP special is that cars will run with low downforce due to the long straights, meaning they grip less in corners and feel a bit “skittish.” Add to that the cool desert temperatures at night, and the drivers will struggle to keep their tyres warmed up just right. Managing tyre temperature and traction off corners will be absolutely crucial for maintaining good lap times and race pace.
Las Vegas Grand Prix Vital Statistics
- First Grand Prix – 2023
- Track Length – 6.201km
- Lap record – 1m 34.876s, Lando Norris, McLaren, 2024
- Most pole positions – Charles Leclerc and George Russell (1)
- Most wins – Max Verstappen and George Russell (1)
- Trivia – F1 previously staged two races in Las Vegas in the early 1980s under the Caesars Palace Grand Prix moniker
- Pole run to Turn 1 braking point – 150 metres
- Safety Car probability – 50%
- Virtual Safety Car probability – 50%
- Pit stop time loss – 20 seconds (including 2.5s stop)
Las Vegas Grand Prix pole-sitters
- 2024 – George Russell (Mercedes)
- 2023 – Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)
Las Vegas Grand Prix winners
- 2024 – George Russell (Mercedes)
- 2023 – Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
The Las Vegas Grand Prix in 2025 promises a mix of high-speed thrills, challenging corners, and strategic battles around tyre and brake management. The night racing atmosphere, combined with this unique street track, will ensure the fans get an unforgettable Formula 1 spectacle.
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