Las Vegas Grand Prix 2026
Formula 1 races down the iconic Las Vegas Strip under the neon lights, passing world-famous casinos and hotels in one of the most spectacular settings in all of sport.
Race Information
Las Vegas Strip Circuit
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
50
6.201 km
2023
Oscar Piastri (1:35.834, 2024)
About Las Vegas Strip Circuit
The Las Vegas Strip Circuit is one of the newest and most ambitious additions to the Formula 1 calendar. Debuting in November 2023, the street circuit runs right down the world-famous Las Vegas Boulevard, passing iconic hotels and casinos including the Bellagio, Caesars Palace, the Venetian, and the MSG Sphere. At 6.201 kilometres, it is one of the longest tracks on the calendar, and the spectacle of F1 cars racing past the neon-lit Strip creates images unlike anything else in motorsport.
The circuit features 17 corners and three lengthy straights, making it a power-sensitive layout where top speed is crucial. The 1.9-kilometre main straight along the Strip provides an exceptional overtaking zone, while the technical sections through the hotel district and around the Sphere demand precision and strong traction. The race takes place in the late evening local time, meaning November desert temperatures can drop significantly, sometimes falling below 15°C — an unusual challenge that affects tyre performance and grip levels dramatically.
The cold track temperatures at Las Vegas create a unique strategic puzzle for teams. Getting heat into the tyres is critical, and the low-grip surface in the early laps can catch drivers out. The second edition in 2024 significantly improved on the first, delivering a thrilling race that won over many sceptics. The event has quickly established itself as one of the season's marquee occasions, combining world-class racing with the entertainment capital of the world. The race's late-night slot in Las Vegas means UK fans can watch it in the early hours of Sunday morning, though the spectacle is worth the late night.
How to Watch the Las Vegas Grand Prix
In the UK, the Las Vegas Grand Prix is broadcast live on Sky Sports F1, with streaming via Sky Go and NOW TV. Due to the eight-hour time difference and late-night local start, the race takes place in the early hours of Sunday morning UK time.
Channel 4 shows extended highlights later that day. Check our TV schedule page for exact session times.
In the USA, the race is available on ESPN. International viewers can also watch via F1 TV Pro where available.
Previous Winners
| Year | Winner | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull Racing |
| 2024 | George Russell | Mercedes |
| 2023 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull Racing |