Although it is true that it will not be the first time that Formula 1 sets foot in Las Vegas , since in 1981 and 1982 the first two races were held in this iconic American city, returning more than 40 years later with a completely new urban layout has caused a wide variety of reactions from current F1 drivers.
A layout of more than six kilometers with long straights and going through some of the most emblematic buildings of Las Vegas, with a race that will be held on Saturday and not on Sunday (according to local time), but without a doubt, what seems to be the most Inevitably, the pilots’ attention has been drawn to the casinos and the well-known parties of that city.
Through a video prepared and published by the category itself, there were many drivers who wanted to react to the announcement of the Las Vegas Grand Prix for 2023, some happier and others with more doubts.
“Has it been confirmed? It can’t be… Are you serious? It can’t be, I can’t believe it… That’s going to be crazy, incredible,” said Pierre Gasly with a wide smile on his face. face.
Carlos Sainz, for his part, was more concise, although he did not hide his face of disbelief: “Is this true? Is it happening? Oh… It’s fine.”
“Well, it’s probably more fun for the team members and the public than for the drivers themselves,” said a Nicholas Latifi aware of all that racing in Las Vegas will entail.
“Hopefully we can all meet at the casino,” were the words of Esteban Ocon.
Sebastian Vettel, laughing, hinted that some of his grid mates could spend more time in the casino than on the track: “I’m sure some drivers will spend some money in the casinos and hopefully try to get it back the Sunday”.
“It’s a fantastic place for F1, so everyone can have a lot of fun,” said Sergio Perez.
“Knowing that it is a city where a lot of partying, it will be difficult as a driver to concentrate on a weekend that is going to be so intense,” said Lewis Hamilton thinking about how a Formula 1 grand prix could be in Las Vegas .
Max Verstappen left one of the most shocking statements by saying that he hopes the race will not be followed by any other event, since if so, they should call a detoxifier: “Let’s not do a double with this race, we have to give it about two weeks off, both before and after. If you call a detox, then fine,” the Dutchman laughed.
Finally, Daniel Ricciardo said that he was thinking of retiring, but knowing that Formula 1 will go to Las Vegas in 2023, he has changed his mind: “I was going to retire, but I won’t anymore.”
