The arrival of Formula 1 in Sin City next year will see the cars take over the main attractions of the Vegas streets in a newly launched night race from 2023 onwards. Formula 1 released a video that provoked an immediate reaction from drivers when they were given a photo of the famous “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign, with Esteban Ocon wide-eyed the prospect of heading to Nevada next year. Forgive me for my sinful city, we are coming baby – Daniel Ricciardo (@danielricciardo) March 31, 2022 “I would retire, I will not go anymore”, were Ricciardo’s words when he discovered that a third American fight was imminent, after a big smile and clenching of his fingers. His current deal is expected to last until the end of 2023, but Ricciardo and McLaren endured a difficult start to the season, although the Australian felt it was possible for the team to finish twice in Saudi Arabia at the weekend before being forced to retire. . from the race after losing the drive. But the reaction to the confirmation of Las Vegas’s position on the calendar was almost positive, with a high-speed layout on the city streets causing excitement among drivers. “This is going to be a pretty tough event,” Lewis Hamilton smiled. “Knowing it’s a real party town, it’s hard for a racing driver – how do I focus that weekend? “So much will happen.” “I’m sure some drivers will spend some money in casinos and I hope they try to win it back on Sunday,” added Sebastian Vettel, smiling. Max Ferstappen said ironically: “Let’s not do it back to back for this, let’s give him a break of two weeks before and after!” Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said of the new race: “This is an incredible moment for Formula 1 to demonstrate the huge impact and growth of our sport with a third race in the US. Las Vegas is a world-renowned destination for excitement, hospitality, and excitement. of course the famous Strip. “There is no better place to race Formula 1 than the world entertainment world capital and we look forward to being here next year. “I want to thank everyone who helped make this event possible, especially Governor Sisolak, the Clark County Committee, Steve Hill at LVCVA and our local partners.”
