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Track Info
| Location | Las Vegas, Nevada, USA |
| Type | Street Circuit (night race) |
| Length | 6.201 km (3.853 miles) |
| Turns | 17 |
| Capacity | ~105,000 |
| Opened | 2023 |
Track Characteristics
The Las Vegas Strip Circuit is one of F1's boldest and most ambitious venues. The 6.201 km layout runs directly down the famous Las Vegas Strip, past iconic casinos and hotels including the Bellagio, Caesars Palace, and the Venetian. Racing takes place at night under the neon glow of the Strip, creating a visual spectacle that is unique in world motorsport. The race starts at 10 PM local time (1 AM ET) to cater to a global television audience.
The circuit features a 1.9 km main straight that runs parallel to the Strip, allowing cars to reach speeds well above 340 km/h. The high-speed nature of the long straights combined with the cold desert night temperatures (often below 15 degrees Celsius in November) creates an unusual challenge for tyre management. The low track temperatures make it difficult to get heat into the tyres, leading to a narrow operating window that catches out even the best drivers.
After initial skepticism, the 2024 race won over critics with excellent on-track action. The combination of long straights, heavy braking zones, and the cold conditions produced genuine wheel-to-wheel racing and dramatic moments throughout the field. The event's entertainment value - combining world-class racing with the spectacle of the Las Vegas Strip - has established it as a highlight of the F1 calendar.
Getting There
| Nearest Airport | Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), approximately 3 km south of the circuit. One of the most convenient airport-to-circuit journeys in F1. |
| Nearest City | Las Vegas (the circuit runs through the heart of the Las Vegas Strip) |
2026 Event Info
| Race Name | Las Vegas Grand Prix |
| Round | 20 of 22 |
| Sprint Weekend | No |
| TV | Apple TV |
Track Record
| Lap Record | 1:35.490 |
| Record Holder | Oscar Piastri (McLaren, 2024) |
Notable Past Races
- 2024: George Russell won from pole position but was later disqualified when his car was found underweight in post-race scrutineering. The victory was awarded to Lewis Hamilton instead, adding to the drama of Hamilton's final season with Mercedes.
- 2023: The inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix overcame early drama (a practice session was abandoned after a drain cover destroyed Carlos Sainz's car) to produce an exciting race won by Max Verstappen. Charles Leclerc and Sergio Perez battled intensely for second, and the cold conditions created genuine uncertainty throughout the field.
Track Facts
- Las Vegas previously hosted F1 as the Caesars Palace Grand Prix in 1981 and 1982, using a circuit in the casino's parking lot.
- The 1.9 km main straight is one of the longest in F1, allowing top speeds well above 340 km/h.
- Night temperatures in November can drop below 15 degrees Celsius, making tyre warm-up one of the biggest challenges of the weekend.
- F1 invested over $500 million in building a permanent paddock facility and pit building near the Strip, one of the largest infrastructure investments in the sport's history.
- The 10 PM local start time is designed to broadcast in prime time for European audiences on Sunday morning.
Get Tickets
Tickets available at f1lasvegasgp.com