P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Kimi Antonelli is set to start the Las Vegas Grand Prix from towards the back of the grid.
Kimi Antonelli expressed surprise over a mistake that caused his Q1 exit during the Las Vegas Grand Prix qualifying session, marking the third time this season he did not advance past Q1. The drivers faced challenging wet conditions, causing several to make errors on the slippery track. Despite approaching Turn 14 cautiously on his final Q1 lap to avoid mistakes, Antonelli still slid off the road, missing the opportunity to improve his position. He believed his final lap had the potential for a top-five finish but ended up in 17th place, leading to frustration. Despite the setback, Antonelli remains optimistic about scoring points in the race and aims to make up positions through a strong start and consistent performance.






