USA GRAND PRIX

Las Vegas Strip Circuit

20 - 22 NOV




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First Grand Prix

2023

Number of Laps

50

Circuit Length

6.201 km

Race Distance

309.958 km

Lap Record

1:34.876



Las Vegas Strip Circuit

History and Construction

  • The circuit was designed by Carsten Tilke, the son of renowned track architect Hermann Tilke.
  • A $240 million investment was made to purchase a 39-acre plot of land to build a permanent pit and paddock facility.
  • The first Formula 1 race on the Las Vegas Strip Circuit was scheduled for November 18, 2023, although it had previously competed in Las Vegas in the 1980s.
  • The construction of the circuit, which uses public roads and is primarily a temporary layout, presented a huge logistical challenge.
  • To ensure safety and adequate road grip, most of the track, including the iconic "Strip," was completely resurfaced.

Design and Features

  • The circuit is 6.201 kilometers long, with a total of 17 corners.
  • The circuit has two long straights, including the 1.92-kilometer "Strip" section, which reaches speeds of up to 340 km/h.
  • The circuit layout has an unusual shape, with a section surrounding the Sphere and the famous "Strip" section.
  • With a permanent pit lane and paddock, most of the track is constructed from public streets in the city of Las Vegas.
  • Night racing takes advantage of the city's artificial lighting and lower track temperatures.

Key Facts

  • The race lap record is held by Lando Norris (McLaren) with a time of 1:34.876, set in 2024.
  • The Las Vegas Grand Prix is ​​completed over 50 laps, covering a total distance of 310.05 kilometers.
  • It has a capacity for approximately 100,000 spectators, including grandstands, general admission areas, and hospitality areas.
  • The Las Vegas GP is held on a Saturday night to better accommodate the television schedule of a global audience.
  • The Las Vegas Grand Prix has a 10-year contract with Formula 1 (2033).