Las Vegas Grand Prix Delivers Thrilling Races, Divides Community

As of November 15, 2025, the Las Vegas Grand Prix has proven to be a surprising success in terms of the quality of racing, despite initial doubts. The circuit's combination of long straights, heavy braking zones, and multiple racing lines has resulted in genuinely good action, unlike some other street circuits that tend to produce follow-the-leader parades.

However, the local impact of the event remains a concern. Businesses like Jay's Market and Ferraro's Ristorante have reported significant revenue losses during the track construction and race weekends. The race organizers and Clark County are being urged to address these community concerns with the same level of attention that went into designing the circuit.

Elsewhere in Formula One, Ferrari's struggles continue. Lewis Hamilton, in his first season with the Scuderia, remains without a podium finish, the longest drought of his 18-year career. His teammate, Charles Leclerc, has also faced setbacks, contributing to Ferrari's slide to fourth in the constructors' championship. Ferrari's president, John Elkann, has added to the team's woes by publicly criticizing the drivers for needing to "focus more and talk less."