Franco Colapinto is disputing the latest dates of this 2024 in the Formula 1the first for him in the competition. In that context, already carried out the first two tests of the Las Vegas Grand Prixwhose main race will be next Sunday at 3 in the morning.
After finishing in the place 18 In the second of these tests, he questioned the circuit track street of the GP, due to its conditions for the competitors. Furthermore, the same they run in the middle of the nightadding difficulty to the race.
In that sense, the 21-year-old pilot stated: “It is a fairly complicated circuitwith very little grip, pwe get it right all the time“. He also showed concern about how he finished in the final table.
“This the track is very dirty. Practice one looked like a rally track, there was dirt everywhere. nothing was seen“It was a difficult day,” explained the native of Pilar.
Likewise, he later underlined that “In the first free practice we went quite wellI did my best lap and was pretty close. In the second it was too difficult to find the grip, we were skating a lotthe tires are very cold”.
“It was complicated. We will have to see where to go for tomorrow, what things need to be improved. The track is very cold at this time“We have to understand a little better for tomorrow and improve,” he said.
Likewise, Colapinto finished in a better position than his teammate. Williams, Alex Albongiven that the latter could only turn four times and had to abandon due to technical defects.
What is the Las Vegas circuit like?
The Las Vegas circuit is one of the most exciting additions to the Formula 1 calendar. This urban layout of 6.12 kilometers runs through the famous Las Vegas Stripmaking it one of the most spectacular races of the season.
Known for its vibrant atmosphere and the presence of bright lights, luxury hotels and casinosthe Las Vegas Grand Prix is run at night, which generates a additional challenge in terms of visibility and the quality of the asphalt, which can be slippery at that time due to the low temperatures.
The circuit includes long straightslike the one in curve 1, and technical sections that test the skills of the pilots. The mix of fast zones and intense braking forces competitors to maintain total concentration throughout the race.
Besides, the track is known for its unique surfacewhich, along with the area’s dry climate, can affect tire performance.
What really sets the Las Vegas Grand Prix apart is the experience of being part of an event that combines motorsports with the city’s own spectacle.
The race, located in one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world, provides a unique atmosphere for both drivers and spectators, who enjoy the excitement of the competitions while being surrounded by the nightlife of Las Vegas.
The Las Vegas GP schedule:
- Free practice 1: Thursday at 11:30 p.m.
- Free practice 2: Friday at 3
- Free practice 3: Friday at 11:30 p.m.
- Classification: Saturday at 3
- Race: Sunday at 3
Source: Ambito
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