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Mercedes Triumphs in Las Vegas as Russell Dominates F1 Grand Prix

The 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix saw a mixed performance from F1 teams, with Max Verstappen clinching the title despite finishing fifth. Mercedes emerged as a winner with a strong showing, while McLaren and Williams struggled. Ferrari gained ground on McLaren in the constructors' championship but missed a bigger opportunity. Alpine and Sauber faced setbacks, while Nico Hulkenberg's performance helped Haas leapfrog Alpine in the standings.

via The Race|

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sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Russell Secures Las Vegas GP Pole Amidst Mercedes Challenges

George Russell secured pole position for the Las Vegas Grand Prix with a time of 1m32.312s, surpassing Carlos Sainz in a competitive Q3 session. Pierre Gasly impressed by taking third, splitting the Ferraris. Max Verstappen and Lando Norris completed the third row, while Lewis Hamilton struggled, ending up 10th after a lap-time deletion. Franco Colapinto's crash ended Q2 prematurely, and Sergio Perez was eliminated in Q1, starting 16th.

via Motorsport.com|

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sports1 year ago•4 min saved

Russell Secures Pole in Dramatic Las Vegas GP for Mercedes

George Russell secured pole position for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, edging out Carlos Sainz and Pierre Gasly in a qualifying session delayed by a crash involving Williams rookie Franco Colapinto. Colapinto's accident caused significant damage and a 20-minute delay, but Russell managed to clinch the top spot with a time of 1m32.312s. Sainz and Gasly followed closely, with Gasly achieving a personal best for Alpine. The session saw mixed results for other drivers, including Max Verstappen in fifth and Lewis Hamilton in tenth.

via RACER|

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sports1 year ago•1 min saved

Russell Secures Pole in Dramatic Las Vegas GP Qualifying

The starting grid for the 2024 F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix has been adjusted, with George Russell and Carlos Sainz on the front row. Max Verstappen and Lando Norris, title contenders, will start from the third row, needing strategic finishes to keep the championship battle alive. Valtteri Bottas has been penalized, moving from 19th to 20th. The grid remains provisional pending FIA confirmation.

via Racingnews365.com|

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sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Verstappen Eyes Title as Russell Secures Las Vegas GP Pole

George Russell secured pole position for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, with Carlos Sainz and Pierre Gasly completing the top three. Max Verstappen, starting fifth, can clinch the drivers' championship if he and Lando Norris, starting sixth, finish in their qualifying positions. This race marks Russell's third pole of the season, while Verstappen has never won from fifth on the grid. Lando Norris, starting outside the top three for only the third time in 14 races, has never won from outside the top five.

via Formula 1|

#formula1 #georgerussell #landonorris

sports1 year ago•10 min saved

Hamilton Shines as Mercedes Impresses in Las Vegas GP Practice

During Thursday's practice sessions for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Mercedes showed strong performance with Lewis Hamilton leading both sessions, despite challenging low-grip conditions on the street circuit. McLaren's Lando Norris was close behind, indicating potential contention for pole position. Ferrari and Red Bull faced challenges, with Red Bull struggling particularly with tire grip. The cold temperatures and dusty track conditions added complexity to the practice runs, with teams focusing on balancing low-downforce setups and tire warm-up strategies.

via Motorsport.com|

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sports1 year ago•7 min saved

Las Vegas GP: A Chilly, Cost-Effective F1 Spectacle on the Strip

The Las Vegas Grand Prix presents a unique logistical challenge as it transforms the iconic Strip into a Formula 1 racetrack in just two hours each night. This complex operation involves meticulous planning and coordination, with a team of 140 workers managing 3,500 track barriers and 1,750 temporary lights. The process is highly detailed, with precise timing for each task to ensure minimal disruption to the city. Despite the challenges, the event successfully integrates the famous roadway into its circuit, showcasing the intricate science behind urban racing logistics.

via The Athletic|

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