Posted On Jan 13
In this week’s Crash.net F1 podcast featuring Ben Edwards, we react to the news of Las Vegas’ return to the calendar from 2023 and consider which races could be at risk as a result.
Last week it was confirmed that F1 will have a third race in the United States from next season after securing an initial three-year contract for a Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Amid the buzz of excitement about the prospect of F1 cars racing along the Nevada resort city’s famous Strip, there have also been question marks raised about the future of the calendar.
The inclusion of the Las Vegas Grand Prix means that as it currently stands, at least one existing event would have to drop off the calendar, with F1 on the verge of hitting its maximum limit of 24 races in 2023.
“It’s exciting news for F1, it’s going to be a great event and a great location, there’s no doubt about that,” said Crash.net's F1 Editor Lewis Larkam.
“On the other hand, I have a friend who has some health issues, he doesn’t go out much, he stays at home and he’s always really happy when there’s a Formula 1 race on whichever one it is. So there are so many sides to this balance.”
Other topics discussed include Ferrari’s strong start to the season, whether Charles Leclerc is ready to fight for the title and how circuit modifications will impact this weekend’s returning Australian Grand Prix.
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