P1racenews AI automatic summary:
There’s a mixed up grid for Formula 1’s 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix
In a surprising turn of events at the Las Vegas Grand Prix F1 Qualifying session, Mercedes’ George Russell clinched pole position, breaking the team’s 10-race pole drought. The grid order shows an unexpected lineup, with Mercedes claiming pole, much to everyone’s surprise. Ferrari, expected to dominate, had both cars ahead of McLarens in a bid to close a 36-point gap in the constructors’ championship. Alpine’s Pierre Gasly secured a remarkable third place on the grid, contrasting with Williams’ struggles. Yuki Tsunoda and Nico Hulkenberg look to chase down Gasly’s Alpine in the constructors’ championship. Max Verstappen, aiming for his fourth championship title, starts fifth, one place ahead of Lando Norris. Valtteri Bottas faces a grid penalty, nudging him behind Lance Stroll.
