Formula 1 and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) have confirmed that from 2023, the Las Vegas Grand Prix will join the FIA Formula One World Championship series.
The race will on a Saturday night in November, on a street circuit that will include the iconic ‘Las Vegas Strip’, with the track sweeping past some of the city’s most legendary landmarks, hotels and casinos.
Formula 1 and Liberty Media will work together to promote the race, in partnership with Live Nation Entertainment and the LVCVA, as well as founding partners Caesars Entertainment, MGM Resorts International and Wynn Las Vegas, and presenting partners MSG Sphere, Resorts World Las Vegas and The Venetian Resort.
Greg Maffei, Liberty Media President & CEO, said: “Iconic Las Vegas and Formula 1, the pinnacle of motorsport, is the perfect marriage of speed and glamour. Our confidence in this unique opportunity is evident in our decision to assume the promoter role for the Las Vegas Grand Prix in partnership with Live Nation. We could not be more excited to work with local partners to create a marquee event. The potential of Formula 1 has been well demonstrated over the last several seasons and the Las Vegas GP will only take it to the next level.”
Steve Hill, President & CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, said: “We eagerly anticipate the moment when the history, energy and momentum of Formula 1 will culminate in an unforgettable Saturday night on the Las Vegas Strip. Spectators will experience the unrivalled thrill of watching these world-class drivers race through what is sure to become one of the most iconic racetracks in the world. Formula 1 and Liberty Media have been incredible partners, and we look forward to November 2023 when we once again showcase that Las Vegas is The Greatest Arena on Earth.”
