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A red flag has been flown in second practice moments before several drivers set a lap on the soft compound in Las Vegas.
The second practice for the Las Vegas Grand Prix this weekend was stopped due to a potential track failure at the Strip Circuit.
A red flag was raised with about 20 minutes left in the important practice session and the reason was not immediately provided.
The FIA later confirmed that it was a precautionary measure in response to a report of a loose drain cover by a marshal.
Teams took to social media to also report the issue at Turn 17, leading to staff quickly addressing the situation.
The memory of the 2023 Las Vegas GP opening day, where a similar incident occurred, was quickly brought back by the red flag.
After a little over 10 minutes, the session continued, providing relief to teams and fans alike.