The Las Vegas Grand Prix Preview

By Teagan Crump

As we go into this weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix, three drivers remain in contention for the title, and the battle is getting more intense.

📸: The New York Times

This year’s Grand Prix will be taking place on 23rd November at 4am UK time (8pm on 22nd November local time).

Lando Norris is currently leading the Drivers Championship with 390 points, and teammate Oscar Piastri is just 24 points behind with 366 points. Max Verstappen sits in third with 341 points. 

2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix recap

The second Las Vegas Grand was held in 2024, and George Russell claimed pole position.

📸: Verstappen.com

Russell maintained the lead through the first few laps, with Ferrari’s Leclerc battling and applying pressure to the Briton. However, the two Ferrari drivers would soon switch positions, as Leclerc’s tyres showed signs of wear and he began to struggle.

Alex Albon and Pierre Gasly suffered DNF’s from the race, whilst Russell claimed victory, Hamilton took second and Carlos Sainz.

Max Verstappen also claimed his fourth championship at the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix.

What to expect at the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix

The weather forecast for this race weekend has varied over the last couple of weeks, with some reports saying that snow was expected on Saturday. 

📸: BBC Weather

Verstappen, whilst still mathematically able to win the championship, would need to outscore Norris and Piastri significantly. There are still 83 points available across the three remaining Grands Prix and one remaining Sprint.

This weekend’s action is sure to bring the glitz and glamour of a night race, and combine it with the thrill and adrenaline of a street race. Many fans will be watching in anticipation of whether or not Norris can edge closer to claiming his maiden title, or whether teammate Piastri can close the gap and gain more traction in the title fight.