Featuring all the lights, cameras, and action, the Las Vegas Grand Prix is set to happen November 21st-23rd. Known as “Sin City”, Las Vegas hosts Round 22 for this season. The 2024 season features a record-breaking 24 races, with round 22 beginning the last triple header of the season. With time running out, the Las Vegas GP is hoping to be a Championship decider.
As the saying goes, “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas”. Unfortunately, this year that won’t be possible. Three teams are fighting for the World Constructors Championship; Red Bull, McLaren, and Ferrari. Two of the teams feature drivers who are fighting for the World Drivers Championship; Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. No matter what happens during the race, everyone’s eyes will be glued to the track as we await the results of the championship standing.
The history behind the Las Vegas Grand Prix
The Las Vegas Grand Prix rejoined the Formula 1 calendar last year. It was held twice before, in 1981 and 1982. With its return, last year was the first year since 1982 that the United States hosted three Grand Prix. In both 1981 and 1982, Nelson Piquet and Keke Rosberg both claimed their world championship titles at the Las Vegas GP. Could we see the same this year from current reigning champion Max Verstappen?
There were 82 separate overtakes during the Las Vegas Grand Prix, ranking it #2 in the 2023 season overall behind Zandvoort! 💨
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— ESPN F1 (@ESPNF1) November 19, 2023
As it returned only last year, Max Verstappen has been the only winner at the new circuit. Currently, Oscar Piastri holds the record for the fastest lap with 1:35. Piastri also holds the record for most overtakes, with 20. With long straights, the top speeds can be up to 200+ MPH. Charles Leclerc currently has the highest speed, topping the charts at 217 MPH.
Las Vegas Strip Street Circuit
The Las Vegas strip has been repurposed for the Grand Prix. The track length is 6.116km or 3.8 miles. With 17 corners, there are two DRS zones. The first DRS zone is located right after turn 4. The second zone is located on the Las Vegas strip, turning up the excitement and heat for all the fans located there. After the last two races being 71 laps, the Las Vegas GP is a shorter race with only 50 laps.
Charles Leclerc puts in the fastest lap around the Las Vegas Strip Circuit ✨#LasVegasGP #F1 pic.twitter.com/mpJcc7CtYZ
— Formula 1 (@F1) November 17, 2023
The Las Vegas Strip is known for its bright lights, iconic casinos, and great entertainment. The GP will feed straight into that with several events spreading over the race weekend such as Ferrari Driver Carlos Sainz hosting ‘Club Sainz’. Throughout the middle of Las Vegas itself, the cars will be matching Monza speeds to drive the 192-mile race.
Las Vegas Grand Prix Ticket Sales and Discounts
Las Vegas is an expensive place to visit. The Las Vegas Grand Prix mimics the high price of the area. With most prices close to the thousands, it’s not a surprise that there has been a struggle to sell the tickets. The lowest three-day tickets available start at $637.50.
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However, there are current sales and discounts running. One of the most appetizing sales currently available is the Lewis Hamilton Vegas Package. The package makes it more affordable for fans to attend the F1 race as the price now starts at $672. While that is still steep for three days, it is worth noting that the package comes with complimentary food and drinks.
The Las Vegas Grand Prix is set to stay in the F1 Calendar for the next 9 years. With the low sales, do you think the organizers of the Las Vegas Grand Prix will adjust the prices to make the next 9 more attainable for fans?
