Las Vegas has made quite the impression since returning to the Formula 1 calendar in 2023 \u2013 and it’s set to become a cornerstone for the sport in the United States after signing a 10-year extension…<\/p>\n
Wow, that’s a big deal!<\/p>\n
You bet it is. The new contract means Formula 1 cars will be racing around the streets of the sports and entertainment capital of the world through to 2037. Such a long deal gives the race stability, which in turn allows the organisers to continue to invest in the overall event facility and fan experience.<\/p>\n
How successful has the event been so far?<\/p>\n
The Las Vegas Grand Prix<\/a> has delivered $3.2 billion in cumulative economic impact for Southern Nevada, with all three races from 2023 to 2025 selling out.<\/p>\n The 2025 race alone generated $43 million in state and local tax revenue while the Las Vegas Grand Prix Foundation has contributed more than $2 million to nonprofit organisations.<\/p>\n What has F1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali said about the news?<\/p>\n “We are thrilled that Formula 1 will continue racing in Las Vegas for many years to come,” he said. “Since its debut in 2023, the event has been extraordinary, rapidly establishing itself as a premier destination for great racing, world-class entertainment, global business leaders, A-list celebrities and influencers.<\/p>\n “It has delivered a strong and lasting impact on the local economy and community. We always believed that Las Vegas would become a cornerstone of our presence in the United States, and this extension, together with the success of recent years, reinforces our long-term commitment to this important market.”<\/p>\n Fair enough about the racing \u2013 it’s been pretty damn good in the three races so far…<\/p>\n You’re not wrong. We’d go as far as to say the racing has been exceptional. The track has some pretty long straights \u2013 including a 2km stretch down the famous strip \u2013 and heavy braking zones which means several good overtaking spots.<\/p>\n The cooler conditions have made things interesting, too…<\/p>\n Ah yes. As a night race, the temperatures at that time of year in November in Nevada are on the cooler side so that makes tyre warm up interest and leaves grip at a premium.<\/p>\n Remind me, who won last year?<\/p>\n That would be a certain Max Verstappen<\/a>. The Red Bull<\/a> driver’s triumph, coupled with a double disqualification for McLaren<\/a>, saw him move level with Oscar Piastri<\/a> and close to within 24 points of Lando Norris<\/a> in the fight for the drivers’ title.<\/p>\n Who else has won in Vegas?<\/p>\n Verstappen won the first edition back in 2023, while George Russell<\/a> claimed victory in 2024. That latter event was wild as it featured an impressive 113 overtakes and saw Verstappen claim his fourth successive world title.<\/p>\n I’m already looking forward to the next one. When is it?<\/p>\n