F1 set for sizzling Las Vegas showcase

The world famous Las Vegas Boulevard offers a thrilling backdrop as Formula 1 returns to the desert paradise for the first time since 1982


F1 owners Liberty Media paid $240m to buy land to construct paddocks, luxury suites, race control and permanent grandstands


LAS VEGAS RACE BY NUMBERS

1 Pop-up Formula One style wedding chapel

3 U.S races on F1 calendar, including Austin and Miami

3.8 Length of circuit in miles (6.2km)

10 Years – length of initial contract to host annual race

17 Turns including navigating newly opened MSG Sphere (right)

31 Different layout variations before final circuit design

50 Number of laps. Average speed 147mph (237kp/h)

212 Top mph speed (342kp/h) on main straight of iconic Strip

$5,000 Cost per person per day to access exclusive Paddock Club – tickets sold out 8 months in advance

100,000 Expected crowds per day of three-day event. Race begins at 10pm local time, latest ever start

$400-500m Estimated cost to host night race in Las Vegas – exact amount not revealed


22 NOV 18: Las Vegas

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Source: FIA, Forbes
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