Leclerc vs Verstappen and Williams chasing big points haul – What To Watch For in the Las Vegas Grand Prix


From a genuine fight for the win to Williams in excellent shape with both drivers, and from Carlos Sainz on the charge to plenty of overtaking opportunities, Chris Medland picks out five key areas to look out for on race day at the all-new Las Vegas Strip Circuit…
1. Leclerc vs Verstappen
Charles Leclerc has been on the pace right from the start of the Las Vegas weekend and duly handled the pressure of being the favourite heading into qualifying with aplomb as he secured his third pole position in four races.

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