F1 Las Vegas GP race weekend: Podium predictions, weather projections, circuit information, start time and more

Las Vegas, renowned for its vibrant nightlife and iconic entertainment, promises a visually stunning for all spectators visiting the city. The upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix marks a notable return to the Formula One calendar.

The last time Vegas hosted the event was in 1982, making this Grand Prix a revival with a touch of nostalgia and adding excitement to the show. The anticipation is high as Formula 1 returns to the iconic streets of Las Vegas, offering a memorable experience for the fans.

What are the podium predictions for Las Vegas GP 2023?

As F1 drivers head into yet another Grand Prix, many factors will be new to them as they have not raced on the track before. The anticipation among audiences is high, anticipating witnessing how the drivers adapt to the new environment despite the unfamiliar challenges.

Charles Leclerc was cursed with bad luck at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix after his car gave up at the Formation lap. Despite his potential, the Monegasque driver had to restrain his abilities due to the sudden inability of the Ferrari.

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Hopefully, Vegas will prove to turn the situation upside down for him as the downforce of the track is predicted to be the same as Monza in the Italian Grand Prix, in which Ferrari had their strongest performance in the entire season.

On the other hand, the Las Vegas GP is also expected to favor Williams in their ongoing struggle to stay ahead of Alpha Tauri in the race for P7 for the Constructors’ Championship. The circuit is also huge and straight, which compliments Wliiams’s straight-line speed this year.

Other than that, like the other Grand Prix this season, Verstappen is also predicted to dominate the event, along with Sergio Perez struggling to maintain his second position in the standings ahead of Lewis Hamilton.

Lastly, Lando Norris has challenged to end Red Bull’s dominance with the upgrade of the car, which is still to be observed at the event.

What are the weather projections for Las Vegas GP 2023?

Teams are preparing for colder temperatures as the race will take place mostly at night. To make the drivers more prepared, a weather forecast is given below:

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 17 – FP1 AND FP2
Conditions: Mostly a sunny day and starry evening. FP1: 13°C // FP2: 11°C
Maximum temperature expected: 23 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 11 Celsius
Chance of rain: <20%

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18 – FP3 AND QUALIFYING
Conditions: Partly cloudy at first before becoming cloudier in the evening with the chance of showers not ruled out. FP3: 15°C // Q: 12°C
Maximum temperature expected: 21 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 11 Celsius
Chance of rain: 20%

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 – RACE WEATHER
Conditions: Partly cloudy with a moderate chance of rain at the end of the day. Chance of the rain will decrease closer to the race. RACE: 13°C
Maximum temperature expected: 21 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 11 Celsius
Chance of rain: 40%

Explaining the circuit information of Las Vegas GP 2023

The Las Vegas Strip Circuit is a dynamic 3.8-mile (6.12-kilometer) racing course, starting at the intersection of Harmon Avenue and Koval Lane. Drivers will race around this thrilling Circuit for 50 laps, covering a total distance of 192.66 miles or 310.05 km.

The track consists of 17 turns, traveling around some iconic landmarks along S. Las Vegas Boulevard and beyond, including the recently added sphere. Additionally, racers will experience three straightaways and two Drag Reduction System(DRS) zones.