Vegas Showdown Leclerc Grabs Pole: In a spectacular qualifying showdown at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Ferrari showcased its dominance, claiming the top two spots with Charles Leclerc securing his 23rd career pole position. Teammate Carlos Sainz displayed impressive pace but faced a harsh setback with a 10-place grid penalty, the result of an incident during practice that was beyond his control.
The qualifying drama unfolded further with Daniel Ricciardo, Lewis Hamilton, and Sergio Perez being knocked out in the second session, injecting uncertainty into the starting grid. Meanwhile, a surprising twist emerged as both Williams drivers, Alex Albon and Logan Sargeant, clinched fifth and sixth positions, with Sargeant making history as the first American driver in the top 10 since 1987.
The disappointment echoed for McLaren as Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri struggled to match the pace, failing to progress beyond the initial session. With street circuits notorious for limited overtaking opportunities, the tough qualifying positions for Norris and Piastri set the stage for a challenging race on Sunday.
Amidst the excitement and surprises, the drivers and teams now face the unpredictable nature of the Las Vegas street circuit, with the championship battle intensifying and the specter of Sainz’s grid penalty adding an extra layer of intrigue to the race. The Las Vegas Grand Prix promises high stakes and unexpected twists as the Formula 1 season unfolds in the vibrant cityscape.
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How many poles did Leclerc get?
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Who wins F1 Las Vegas?
Max Verstappen of Red Bull celebrated his 18th victory of the season in style by singing “Viva Las Vegas”. With this win, he has now joined Sebastian Vettel in third place on the all-time winners’ list in Formula One.
What is the starting grid for the Las Vegas Grand Prix?
The starting grid for the 2023 Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix has been announced. The grid includes 20 cars, with Williams Mercedes taking the top spot, followed by Alfa Romeo Ferrari and Haas Ferrari. Aston Martin Aramco Mercedes also made it to the starting grid. Stay tuned for an exciting race ahead!