George Russell put his Mercedes on pole position for the Las Vegas Grand Prix as team-mate Lewis Hamilton faltered to qualify only 10th.
As Russell saw off Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz by just 0.098 seconds to land top spot in Sin City, Hamilton was left to rue two mistakes which leaves him way down the order.
Pierre Gasly took a surprise third for Alpine, one place ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.
Lando Norris must outscore Max Verstappen by at least three points to extend the title battle to the penultimate race in Qatar, but the British driver will start one place behind the Dutchman in sixth.
Follow live updates from the Las Vegas Grand Prix:
F1 LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX – LATEST UPDATES
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The race in Vegas starts at 6am (GMT) on Sunday
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Max Verstappen can win the title this weekend if he finishes higher than Lando Norris
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George Russell starts on pole position for the Las Vegas GP; Sainz 2nd; Gasly 3rd
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Click HERE for the top-10 in qualifying
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Franco Colapinto will race but will start from the pit lane
When is the Las Vegas Grand Prix?
Saturday 23 November 2024 09:18 , Kieran Jackson
Time GMT
Sunday 24 November
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Franco Colapinto, who starts in the pit-lane…
05:47 , Kieran Jackson
“I’m OK. A bit sore but ready to go. The boys did an amazing job to get the car on track. Very grateful.
“I start from the pit lane, long race ahead.”
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Time for the US National anthem!
05:46 , Kieran Jackson
For the third time this season then, it’s time for Star Spangled Banner ahead of the race!
Performed by Boyz II Men on the grid!
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Noah Lyles on Martin Brundle’s grid walk…
05:44 , Kieran Jackson
“I can’t even hear a thing. I was just chatting to my fiancee, you never see this is track and field.”
Driver Standings ahead of Las Vegas:
05:42 , Kieran Jackson
1. Max Verstappen – 393 points
2. Lando Norris – 331 points
3. Charles Leclerc – 307 points
4. Oscar Piastri – 262 points
5. Carlos Sainz – 244 points
6. George Russell – 192 points
7. Lewis Hamilton – 190 points
8. Sergio Perez – 151 points
9. Fernando Alonso – 62 points
10. Nico Hulkenberg – 31 points
11. Yuki Tsunoda – 28 points
12. Pierre Gasly – 26 points
13. Lance Stroll – 24 points
14. Esteban Ocon – 23 points
15. Kevin Magnussen – 14 points
16. Alex Albon – 12 points
17. Daniel Ricciardo – 12 points
18. Ollie Bearman – 7 points
19. Franco Colapinto – 5 points
20. Liam Lawson – 4 points
21. Zhou Guanyu – 0 points
22. Logan Sargeant – 0 points
23. Valtteri Bottas – 0 points
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Lewis Hamilton after qualifying P10…
05:39 , Kieran Jackson
“It is what it is.
“Conditions were great, nice and cool. It’s been really nice all weekend.
“I’m quite far back, see what I can do. Degradation is key.”
Lewis Hamilton rues Las Vegas qualifying errors: ‘I should have been on pole’
05:38 , Kieran Jackson
Lewis Hamilton admitted he threw away pole position for the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix as team-mate George Russell stormed to top spot.
Hamilton will start only 10th in Sin City on Saturday night after he made mistakes on each of his flying laps. Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz qualified second, with Pierre Gasly a surprise third for Alpine.
British driver Lando Norris must outscore Max Verstappen by three points to extend the title battle to the penultimate race in Qatar, but the McLaren driver will start one place behind the Dutchman in sixth.
Full quotes below:
Lewis Hamilton rues Las Vegas qualifying errors: ‘I should have been on pole’
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Pierre Gasly after qualifying P3
05:32 , Kieran Jackson
“It’s unbelievable, we didn’t think we could do that. An incredible lap, especially around this track. A lot of adrenaline and excitement. Really happy.
“I was getting cold in the car, I just wanted to get going. That last lap was the one that mattered. It felt great, great period for the team after the double podium in Brazil.”
How can Max Verstappen win the 2024 title?
05:27 , Kieran Jackson
There are now just 86 points available across the next three races in Vegas, Qatar (including the final sprint race of the season) and Abu Dhabi.
By the end of the weekend in Vegas, there will be just 60 points left to claim.
That means that if Verstappen simply finishes above Norris in Vegas, he will be crowned the 2024 champion. The Dutchman would also seal the title if both drivers fail to score a point.
Verstappen will also win the 2024 title if Norris does not outscore the Red Bull driver by more than two points.
As a result, Verstappen will be world champion in Sin City if:
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If Norris is second and he finishes third with the fastest lap
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If Norris is third and he finishes fourth with the fastest lap
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If Norris is fourth without the fastest lap and he finishes fifth
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If Norris is fifth without the fastest lap and he finishes sixth
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If Norris is sixth without the fastest lap and he finishes seventh
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If Norris is seventh without the fastest lap and he finishes eighth
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If Norris is eighth without the fastest lap and he finishes ninth
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If Norris is ninth without the fastest lap or lower irrespective of where he finishes
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Reconnaissance laps!
05:22 , Kieran Jackson
Max Verstappen – who could win the title tonight – is the first car out for the reconnaissance laps in temperatures slightly warmer of around 19C in Sin City.
A reminder: Verstappen starts fifth, with Lando Norris in sixth. If the Dutchman finishes ahead of Norris, he will be crowned the champion.
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Franco Colapinto WILL race in Vegas
05:16 , Kieran Jackson
Williams statement: “Following Franco’s incident in Qualifying yesterday, he has undergone a thorough follow-up evaluation from the event medical team today and has been cleared to race in this evening’s Las Vegas Grand Prix.
“Franco’s health is our main priority, and we are relieved that he is well enough to race following such a significant incident. We thank the medical staff for prioritising Franco’s health and wellbeing and for the excellent care he received.
“We are extremely thankful to our incredible garage team for their hard work overnight to repair Franco’s car and our fans and partners for their continued support. We have taken the opportunity to make some set-up changes during the repair and, as a result, Franco will start the race from the pitlane.
“We are looking forward to going racing under the lights tonight.”
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: What is the starting grid for the race?
05:00 , Kieran Jackson
1. George Russell
2. Carlos Sainz
3. Pierre Gasly
4. Charles Leclerc
5. Max Verstappen
6. Lando Norris
7. Yuki Tsunoda
8. Oscar Piastri
9. Nico Hulkenberg
10. Lewis Hamilton
11. Esteban Ocon
12. Kevin Magnussen
13. Zhou Guanyu
14. Liam Lawson
15. Sergio Perez
16. Fernando Alonso
17. Alex Albon
18. Lance Stroll
19. Valtteri Bottas*
Pit lane. Franco Colapinto**
*Bottas has a five-place grid penalty for taking a new engine
**Colapinto will start from the pit lane after his crash in qualifying
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Race winner odds!
04:45 , Kieran Jackson
Las Vegas GP winner
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George Russell – 9/4
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Carlos Sainz – 5/2
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Charles Leclerc – 13/5
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Max Verstappen – 6/1
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Lando Norris – 8/1
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Oscar Piastri – 22/1
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Lewis Hamilton – 22/1
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Pierre Gasly – 125/1
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Yuki Tsunoda – 275/1
How can Max Verstappen win the 2024 title?
04:30 , Kieran Jackson
There are now just 86 points available across the next three races in Vegas, Qatar (including the final sprint race of the season) and Abu Dhabi.
By the end of the weekend in Vegas, there will be just 60 points left to claim.
That means that if Verstappen simply finishes above Norris in Vegas, he will be crowned the 2024 champion. The Dutchman would also seal the title if both drivers fail to score a point.
Verstappen will also win the 2024 title if Norris does not outscore the Red Bull driver by more than two points.
As a result, Verstappen will be world champion in Sin City if:
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If Norris is second and he finishes third with the fastest lap
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If Norris is third and he finishes fourth with the fastest lap
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If Norris is fourth without the fastest lap and he finishes fifth
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If Norris is fifth without the fastest lap and he finishes sixth
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If Norris is sixth without the fastest lap and he finishes seventh
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If Norris is seventh without the fastest lap and he finishes eighth
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If Norris is eighth without the fastest lap and he finishes ninth
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If Norris is ninth without the fastest lap or lower irrespective of where he he finishes
Jenson Button on Perez/Tsunoda at Red Bull:
04:15 , Kieran Jackson
“Sergio has been a long way off for a long time now. I don’t know anyone who has had so many opportunities in this sport at a big team.
“I’d love to see Yuki get in the car. He’s so chilled and confident.”
PREVIEW: Las Vegas GP returns – with key ingredient present after topsy-turvy F1 debut
04:00 , Kieran Jackson
As fans trudged away from their expensive acquired seats on night one of the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix, having seen just eight minutes of cars on track before “manhole gate”, one question sprung to mind: how could the sport come back for this?
Yet beyond all the fanfare which inevitably accompanied Formula One’s lavish return to Sin City last year, what actually saved the inaugural event was the Saturday night race itself. We had overtakes – 82 in fact, the most of any circuit during its debut grand prix – we had safety cars and we had last-lap drama. For a sport which veers too blatantly in the direction of spectacle at times, it was a refreshing nod to the drama the action on track can deliver.
Full preview below:
Las Vegas GP returns for second edition – with key ingredient present after F1 debut
Michael Buffer and brother Bruce to introduce F1 stars at Las Vegas Grand Prix
03:30 , Kieran Jackson
Michael Buffer and his brother Bruce will join forces to introduce Formula One’s stars for Saturday’s celebrity-fuelled Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Michael, famous for his ‘Let’s Get Ready to Rumble’ phrase, was hired by F1 bosses ahead of the US Grand Prix in Austin in 2017.
Bruce, known for yelling ‘It’s Time’, announced the grid’s drivers prior to last year’s event on the Strip.
Driver Standings ahead of Las Vegas:
03:00 , Kieran Jackson
1. Max Verstappen – 393 points
2. Lando Norris – 331 points
3. Charles Leclerc – 307 points
4. Oscar Piastri – 262 points
5. Carlos Sainz – 244 points
6. George Russell – 192 points
7. Lewis Hamilton – 190 points
8. Sergio Perez – 151 points
9. Fernando Alonso – 62 points
10. Nico Hulkenberg – 31 points
11. Yuki Tsunoda – 28 points
12. Pierre Gasly – 26 points
13. Lance Stroll – 24 points
14. Esteban Ocon – 23 points
15. Kevin Magnussen – 14 points
16. Alex Albon – 12 points
17. Daniel Ricciardo – 12 points
18. Ollie Bearman – 7 points
19. Franco Colapinto – 5 points
20. Liam Lawson – 4 points
21. Zhou Guanyu – 0 points
22. Logan Sargeant – 0 points
23. Valtteri Bottas – 0 points
Martin Brundle sends Damon Hill touching farewell message after Sky F1 exit
01:00 , Kieran Jackson
Brundle, who is the main co-commentator alongside Damon Hill and is known for his famous grid walks, thanked 64-year-old Hill for their years spent working together and “decades of friendship” – before adding there was “much more to come.”
“Damon I’ve had the pleasure and privilege of both racing against you and commentating on you in F1, working alongside you on SkyF1, and decades of friendship,” Brundle said on X.
“It’s been a blast, with much more to come. MB.”
F1 in talks over 11th team for 2026 season after Andretti rejection
Saturday 23 November 2024 23:59 , Kieran Jackson
Formula One is reportedly in talks with General Motors about an 11th team joining the grid in 2026.
F1 rejected Andretti’s bid in partnership with GM earlier this year, but did say a new offer for 2028 would be considered.
Yet Sky Sports News understands that, with former boss Michael Andretti out of the picture, a GM entry led by businessman Dan Towriss – the majority shareholder of Andretti Global – is being considered for an entry into the sport as early as 2026.
F1 in talks over 11th team for 2026 season after Andretti rejection
Pierre Gasly after qualifying P3 in Las Vegas:
Saturday 23 November 2024 23:05 , Kieran Jackson
“It’s unbelievable. We didn’t think we would achieve a top three in qualifying.
“But it was an incredible lap, especially around this track where you are flirting with the walls everywhere. A lot of adrenaline and excitement.
“I knew crossing the line it was a good lap. When they came up on the radio, we were third – it’s just amazing.”
Lewis Hamilton admits he wanted to leave Mercedes F1 early
Saturday 23 November 2024 22:00 , Kieran Jackson
Lewis Hamilton admits he did want to leave Mercedes in the immediate aftermath of a torrid Brazilian Grand Prix.
Seven-time F1 world champion Hamilton, who is leaving Mercedes for Ferrari at the end of the season, finished 10th in Sao Paulo and endured a disastrous weekend despite his favoured wet conditions.
On his team radio straight after the race, the 39-year-old mysteriously hinted that Interlagos could be his last race for the team and, speaking ahead of this weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix, Hamilton insists his reaction was only “natural.”
Full piece below:
Lewis Hamilton admits he wanted to leave Mercedes early
How can Max Verstappen win the 2024 title?
Saturday 23 November 2024 21:00 , Kieran Jackson
There are now just 86 points available across the next three races in Vegas, Qatar (including the final sprint race of the season) and Abu Dhabi.
By the end of the weekend in Vegas, there will be just 60 points left to claim.
That means that if Verstappen simply finishes above Norris in Vegas, he will be crowned the 2024 champion.
The Dutchman would also seal the title if both drivers fail to score a point.
Verstappen will also win the 2024 title if Norris does not outscore the Red Bull driver by more than two points.
Mick Schumacher breaks silence after missing out on F1 return in 2025
Saturday 23 November 2024 20:00 , Kieran Jackson
“Life doesn’t always go as planned, and setbacks can be tough to face,’ Schumacher wrote on Instagram.
‘But every challenge is a chance to learn, grow, and come back even stronger. This is just a chapter, not the whole story.
‘The journey continues, and I’m determined to rise above it. Thank you for your support, it means the world.’
Schumacher has not yet been confirmed as a Mercedes reserve again next year as he assesses his next steps.
Constructors’ Championship ahead of Las Vegas:
Saturday 23 November 2024 19:00 , Kieran Jackson
1. McLaren – 593 points
2. Ferrari – 557 points
3. Red Bull Racing – 544 points
4. Mercedes – 382 points
5. Aston Martin – 86 points
6. Alpine – 49 points
7. Haas – 46 points
8. RB – 44 points
8. Williams – 17 points
10. Sauber – 0 points
Sergio Perez condemns father’s homophobic remarks about Ralf Schumacher
Saturday 23 November 2024 18:00 , Kieran Jackson
Sergio Perez has criticised his father, Antonio Perez Garibay, after homophobic comments made towards former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher.
Sky Germany pundit Schumacher, who revealed he was in a same-sex relationship in July, had insisted that Perez won’t drive a “single metre” for Red Bull next year, as speculation continues to swirl about the Mexican’s future in the sport.
Yet Perez’s father Antonio, 65, responded to those remarks by making light of Schumacher’s decision to come out as gay earlier this year.
Full story below:
Sergio Perez condemns father’s homophobic remarks about Ralf Schumacher
QUALIFYING REPORT: George Russell on pole for F1 Las Vegas GP with shock top-three in qualifying
Saturday 23 November 2024 17:00 , Kieran Jackson
George Russell put his Mercedes on pole position for the Las Vegas Grand Prix as team-mate Lewis Hamilton faltered to qualify only 10th.
As Russell saw off Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz by just 0.098 seconds to land top spot in Sin City, Hamilton was left to rue two mistakes which leaves him way down the order.
Pierre Gasly took a surprise third for Alpine, one place ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.
Lando Norris must outscore Max Verstappen by at least three points to extend the title battle to the penultimate race in Qatar, but the British driver will start one place behind the Dutchman in sixth.
Full report below:
George Russell on pole for Las Vegas GP with shock top-three in qualifying
F1 star interrogated at US border before Las Vegas GP: ‘I was wearing pyjamas’
Saturday 23 November 2024 16:00 , Kieran Jackson
Formula One driver Yuki Tsunoda was interrogated by US border control officials before being allowed into the United States ahead of this weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Japanese driver Tsunoda, who has raced in F1 since 2021, says he was travelling with his physio but progressed through immigration on his own.
The 24-year-old was then questioned for several hours, despite having the correct paperwork, before being allowed to enter the country. Tsunoda had flown in ahead of his RB team for a promotional event.
Full quotes below:
F1 star interrogated at US border before Las Vegas GP: ‘I was wearing pyjamas’
Lando Norris insists Max Verstappen would not win 2024 F1 title in a McLaren
Saturday 23 November 2024 14:00 , Kieran Jackson
Lando Norris insists Max Verstappen would not have won this year’s Formula 1 world championship if he was driving a McLaren.
Norris saw his title hopes disintegrate at the last race in Brazil when Verstappen produced one of his best-ever drives to claim victory from 17th on the grid in wet conditions.
With 62 points separating the pair with three races to go, Red Bull’s Verstappen will win his fourth consecutive F1 title if he finishes above McLaren’s Norris at this weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Lando Norris insists Max Verstappen would not win F1 title in a McLaren
Franco Colapinto medical update after massive crash in Las Vegas GP qualifying
Saturday 23 November 2024 13:00 , Kieran Jackson
Franco Colapinto was taken to the medical centre after a heavy collision with the wall in qualifying at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
The Argentine driver, who has been linked with a seat at Red Bull for 2025, was pushing to reach the top-10 shootout in Q2 on Friday night.
Yet the 21-year-old got his angles wrong as he clipped the wall at turn 15, sending his Williams off course and slamming into the wall.
Franco Colapinto medical update after massive crash in Las Vegas GP qualifying
F1 in talks over 11th team for 2026 season after Andretti rejection
Saturday 23 November 2024 12:00 , Kieran Jackson
Formula One is reportedly in talks with General Motors about an 11th team joining the grid in 2026.
F1 rejected Andretti’s bid in partnership with GM earlier this year, but did say a new offer for 2028 would be considered.
Yet Sky Sports News understands that, with former boss Michael Andretti out of the picture, a GM entry led by businessman Dan Towriss – the majority shareholder of Andretti Global – is being considered for an entry into the sport as early as 2026.
F1 in talks over 11th team for 2026 season after Andretti rejection
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Race winner odds!
Saturday 23 November 2024 11:42 , Kieran Jackson
Las Vegas GP winner
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George Russell – 9/4
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Carlos Sainz – 5/2
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Charles Leclerc – 13/5
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Max Verstappen – 6/1
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Lando Norris – 8/1
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Oscar Piastri – 22/1
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Lewis Hamilton – 22/1
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Pierre Gasly – 125/1
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Yuki Tsunoda – 275/1
Michael Buffer and brother Bruce to introduce F1 stars at Las Vegas Grand Prix
Saturday 23 November 2024 11:00 , Kieran Jackson
Michael Buffer and his brother Bruce will join forces to introduce Formula One’s stars for Saturday’s celebrity-fuelled Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Michael, famous for his ‘Let’s Get Ready to Rumble’ phrase, was hired by F1 bosses ahead of the US Grand Prix in Austin in 2017.
Bruce, known for yelling ‘It’s Time’, announced the grid’s drivers prior to last year’s event on the Strip.
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Williams update after Colapinto crash
Saturday 23 November 2024 10:35 , Kieran Jackson
“During qualifying, Franco sustained a significant impact of over 50G, requiring a medical check up.
“An impact of this magnitude is obviously significant and severe and he will need to be evaluated again tomorrow before we will know whether he is clear to race. Franco’s health is all that matters and we are glad he is otherwise okay.
“We will provide further updates when we can.”
Saturday 23 November 2024 10:12 , Kieran Jackson
Hollywood stars Brad Pitt and Sylvester Stallone, rapper Snoop Dogg, British chef Gordon Ramsay, Olympic great Michael Phelps, heiress and celebrity television star Paris Hilton, and model E
are among the plethora of stars expected to attend the race against the backdrop of Caesars Palace, the MGM Grand and Bellagio hotels.
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Jenson Button on Perez/Tsunoda at Red Bull:
Saturday 23 November 2024 09:51 , Kieran Jackson
“Sergio has been a long way off for a long time now. I don’t know anyone who has had so many opportunities in this sport at a big team.
“I’d love to see Yuki get in the car. He’s so chilled and confident.”
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Max Verstappen after qualifying P5…
Saturday 23 November 2024 09:11 , Kieran Jackson
“We tried to do the best we could as a team, we tried a lot of different things. It clearly wasn’t enough to fight for pole, I’m still quite happy and still in front of McLaren, which is a bit of a surprise.
“In the long run, both us and McLaren were not great. A lot of teams have made changes, only time will tell tomorrow how we are going to perform.”
F1 Las Vegas GP LIVE: Lando Norris after qualifying P6…
Saturday 23 November 2024 08:43 , Kieran Jackson
“No chance [for pole]. The top three and four out of reach, Mercedes have been the quickest all weekend. Us and Red Bull a decent chunk behind, we expected a bit more than where we were. We’re struggling in every corner, it was too difficult and too much of a challenge with our car.
“I’ll do everything I can, I’m not going to give up until the end even though the chances are extremely slim. I’ll go out tomorrow, it’s a long race, we’re quick in the straights – hopefully that can come to our advantage.”
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