Las Vegas GP Formally Extended Till 2027 By F1
Despite the extension being announced later, Las Vegas was already included in the 2026 calendar revealed earlier this week.
Emily Prazer, the president of the Las Vegas Grand Prix and chief commercial officer of F1, expressed intentions to extend the race well into the future.
'We aim to continue evolving our efforts, targeting a much longer-term arrangement. Although the race has encountered challenges, we are overcoming them and want to ensure ongoing mutual success," Prazer stated.
The inaugural Las Vegas F1 race faced hurdles, including high ticket and hotel prices, and a loose water valve cover that damaged Carlos Sainz Jr.'s car during the first practice session. The incident led to a lengthy track inspection delay, and fans had to leave the venue before the second practice, which continued until 4 a.m.
Nevertheless, the race turned out to be one of the season's best.
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