F1 Live: Las Vegas GP Weekend Updates
Follow all the live action from the Las Vegas Grand Prix as Lando Norris aims to extend his 24-point lead in the Drivers' Championship. A strong performance could mathematically eliminate Max Verstappen from title contention, setting up a thrilling battle on the challenging street circuit. PlanetF1.com offers comprehensive coverage and live timing for every session.
PlanetF1.com will provide comprehensive live coverage of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, the first event in the season's final triple-header. Lando Norris currently leads the Drivers' Championship by 24 points, with Max Verstappen facing elimination from title contention if Norris outscores him by nine points this weekend.
Why it matters:
The Las Vegas Grand Prix is a pivotal race in the F1 season's championship fight. With Lando Norris holding a significant lead and the potential to mathematically eliminate Max Verstappen, all eyes are on how the McLaren driver handles the pressure. This race sets the tone for the final stretch of the season and could dramatically shift the championship narrative, especially for Norris, who has historically struggled on the Las Vegas street circuit.
The details:
- Championship Stakes: Lando Norris leads the Drivers' Championship by 24 points over Max Verstappen. If Norris outscores Verstappen by nine points in Las Vegas, Verstappen will be mathematically out of contention for the title.
- McLaren's Vegas Challenge: McLaren has not performed strongly in Las Vegas since its return to the calendar, with Norris and Oscar Piastri scoring minimal points in previous outings. This adds an extra layer of challenge for Norris in a crucial championship race.
- Previous Las Vegas Winners: Mercedes secured a memorable 1-2 finish in Las Vegas last season, while Max Verstappen claimed a thrilling victory in 2023.
- Coverage: PlanetF1.com will offer live blogs from every session and a dedicated live timing page to ensure fans don't miss any action.
- Key Information: Additional resources are available, including updates on the F1 2026 driver line-up and drivers' penalty points statuses.
What's next:
The Las Vegas Grand Prix will be a critical weekend for the World Championship leader, Lando Norris. His performance will be under intense scrutiny as he aims to extend his lead and potentially secure an early end to Verstappen's title hopes. Fans can follow all the developments via PlanetF1.com's live timing page and stay updated on the Drivers' and Constructors' standings as the on-track action unfolds. The session times are as follows:
- Thursday, November 20 (Friday GMT):
- FP1: 16:30-17:30 [00:30-01:30 GMT Friday]
- FP2: 20:00-21:00 [04:00-05:00 GMT Friday]
- Friday, November 21 (Saturday GMT):
- FP3: 16:30-17:30 [00:30-01:30 GMT Saturday]
- Qualifying: 20:00-21:00 [04:00-05:00 GMT Saturday]
- Saturday, November 22 (Sunday GMT):
- Las Vegas Grand Prix: 20:00 [04:00 GMT Sunday] (50 laps)