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Has F1's Las Vegas gamble paid off?


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What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas. Unless, of course, it’s the global travelling circus that is F1.

Cian Brittle and Tom Brown review the series' most unique race weekend and weigh up the pros and cons of hosting a Grand Prix on the Strip.

Plus, the team discuss the potential impact of General Motors joining the F1 grid as the 11th team from 2026 and how the series' footprint in the US will develop.

Elsewhere, we round-up the latest news from the wider world of motorsport, including some major manufacturer news in WEC, MotoGP's big rebrand ahead of the Liberty acquisition, and the 2025 F1 Academy schedule announcement.

Talking points:

  • Mercedes to join WEC from 2025 as Lamborghini confirm exit (02:34)
  • MotoGP confirms rebrand ahead of Liberty acquisition (04:34)
  • F1 announce diversity and inclusion charter (07:46)
  • 2025 F1 Academy schedule confirms visit to Las Vegas (09:37)
  • Reviewing the Las Vegas Grand Prix (17:04)
  • Why General Motors provided the strongest case for an 11th F1 team (33:23)
  • How will F1's footprint in the US develop? (41:05)
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