The organisers of the Las Vegas Grand Prix have confirmed that the race will not adopt a sprint format, unlike other U.S. events in Austin and Miami. The sprint race, which typically takes place the day before the main event, is designed to offer more excitement for fans, but Las Vegas GP officials believe it is unnecessary given the success of the main race.
Formula One’s Chief Commercial Officer, Emily Prazer, explained that the racing action in last year’s Las Vegas GP was already exceptional, with more overtakes than any other race in the 2023 season. As a result, they are content to leave the sprint races to Austin and Miami. Prazer also raised practical concerns, such as the logistics of track opening and closing at 42 locations, which would become even more challenging with the addition of a sprint.
The Las Vegas race is already a marquee event, held on the iconic Strip, and it is considered a potential title decider this season. Max Verstappen of Red Bull leads the standings by 62 points, with three races remaining, and could secure his fourth consecutive championship in Las Vegas.
In other news, Red Bull driver Sergio Perez revealed he turned down offers from two other F1 teams to stay with the team for the 2025 season. Despite facing heavy scrutiny for his performance this year, Perez is determined to rise to the challenge of being Max Verstappen’s teammate and wants to remain at the pinnacle of Formula One for the remainder of his career.
