Pierre Gasly’s Las Vegas Nightmare: A First-Lap Disaster Leaves Him Fuming!
In a shocking turn of events that has left fans and pundits alike gasping, Pierre Gasly’s hopes for a competitive finish at the Las Vegas Grand Prix were obliterated before the race even got underway. The French driver, who had displayed remarkable skill during qualifying to secure a P10 start, found himself spun around at the very first corner—a calamity he fiercely attributes to the reckless actions of two inexperienced rookies.
Gasly’s fiery remarks following the crash encapsulated his frustration perfectly: “It was a long f**king flight to end up spun round!” The chaos erupted when Gabriel Bortoleto, the Brazilian newcomer, miscalculated his entry speed into Turn 1, crashing into Lance Stroll. Stroll, caught completely off-guard, was forced to retire from the race, while Gasly was left to pick up the pieces—seven places down from his original position.
Reflecting on the disastrous start, Gasly lamented, “Just got spun around and my diffuser got smashed at the back. Another unlucky race in Vegas.” This marked the third consecutive year that Gasly has faced misfortune in Las Vegas, a track that has become a symbol of disappointment for him. “It’s been three years in a row where I have very strong quali, and it doesn’t really translate into the race. So disappointing,” he added, highlighting the stark contrast between his qualifying prowess and race-day tribulations.
The drama didn’t end with Gasly; Liam Lawson also contributed to the opening corner mayhem by colliding with Oscar Piastri, setting off a chain reaction of chaos that left fans questioning the competency of the newcomers. Gasly did not hold back in his critique, suggesting that the crashes stemmed from “two guys with not much experience” and stressing the need for more caution in such treacherous situations. “Bortoleto made a pretty big misjudgment there,” he pointed out, indicating that the reckless driving displayed at Turn 1 was indicative of a deeper issue with racecraft among some drivers.
Despite the unfortunate turn of events, Gasly sought to find a silver lining amid the wreckage. He celebrated his continued ability to reach Q3, marking his ninth such appearance this season—a testament to his undeniable skill and determination. “We’ve had a bit of a dip mid-season and found out some of the reasons why it wasn’t going too well. I’m pretty pleased,” he remarked, showcasing his resilience in the face of adversity.
As Gasly prepares for yet another long flight home, he is left with a bittersweet taste in his mouth. “It’s just a shame for all the guys not to really benefit from it,” he concluded, leaving fans wondering what could have been in a race that promised so much but delivered heartbreak instead.
The Las Vegas Grand Prix may have ended in disappointment for Gasly, but the drama surrounding Turn 1 has ignited conversations about the importance of experience and caution on the racing circuit. Will the young drivers learn from this high-stakes lesson, or will the chaos continue to reign? Only time will tell as the championship race heats up!








