P1racenews AI automatic summary:
F1 2025 US Grand Prix Race starting grid with penalties applied
The United States Grand Prix main race is happening today, Sunday, October 19, with the championship battle intensifying.
Initially a two-horse race between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, Max Verstappen has surged back into contention with impressive performances since the summer break.
Reigning champion Verstappen secured pole position, aiming for his third win in four races, while the McLaren drivers have been winless since Piastri’s victory in August.
Piastri, the current championship leader, starts from sixth following a crash in the sprint race, while Norris managed a front row start alongside Verstappen.
Lance Stroll moves from 18th to last due to a penalty, shaping the starting grid for the race.
The United States Grand Prix starts at 2:00pm local time (CDT) or 8:00pm BST, with various time zone conversions available for global viewers.
