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SHOWDOWN IN SIN CITY: George Russell Leads Stunning Mercedes 1-2 as Verstappen Secures Title in Las Vegas Thriller

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December 4, 2024
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SHOWDOWN IN SIN CITY: George Russell Leads Stunning Mercedes 1-2 as Verstappen Secures Title in Las Vegas Thriller

Formula One F1 - Las Vegas Grand Prix - Las Vegas Strip Circuit, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States - November 23, 2024 Mercedes' George Russell celebrates after winning the race REUTERS/Mike Blake

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Under the neon lights of Las Vegas, George Russell delivered a flawless performance to claim victory at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, leading a spectacular Mercedes 1-2 with Lewis Hamilton storming through the field to take second. The glitz and glamour of the Vegas Strip played host to a chaotic, high-stakes race that also crowned Max Verstappen as Formula 1 champion—though not without drama.

Russell’s Commanding Drive Steals the Spotlight

Starting from pole, George Russell proved untouchable as he maintained control of the race from start to finish. A composed and calculated drive saw the Mercedes ace clinch his second win of the season, silencing any doubts about his championship-caliber talent.

Behind him, Hamilton produced a masterclass in recovery. Starting a disappointing 10th, the seven-time champion powered through the field, overtaking rivals with surgical precision to secure second place and seal a jubilant 1-2 for the Silver Arrows.

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Max Verstappen: Crowned, But Dethroned

Despite lining up fifth on the grid, Verstappen entered the race knowing he only needed to finish ahead of title rival Lando Norris to secure his latest championship. Though the Red Bull driver clinched the title with a fifth-place finish, his evening was anything but smooth.

After briefly surging into podium contention, Verstappen’s Red Bull faded in the latter stages, succumbing to pressure from Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc. Verstappen’s struggles on the Vegas streets underscored a rare vulnerability, even as he celebrated another championship triumph.

Chaos in the Desert: Key Moments

The race opened with Russell acing his start, while Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc launched an aggressive early attack that threatened the Mercedes lead. However, Leclerc’s challenge faltered with tire graining issues, leaving the Ferrari duo to defend against a surging Verstappen.

Further back, Hamilton began his charge, swiftly climbing the ranks with overtakes on Oscar Piastri, Yuki Tsunoda, and Sergio Perez. His relentless pace brought him into contention, eventually overtaking Verstappen on Lap 32 to secure second place.

Meanwhile, Ferrari’s strategy woes resurfaced as Sainz and Leclerc swapped positions multiple times. Sainz emerged as the stronger of the two, passing Verstappen late in the race to claim third place, while Leclerc’s battle with Verstappen for fourth added tension to the closing laps.

Drama from Start to Finish

The race wasn’t without heartbreak. Alpine’s Pierre Gasly retired in a plume of smoke after an impressive early run, and Alex Albon was forced out with terminal issues in his Williams. McLaren’s Oscar Piastri endured a false-start penalty but recovered to finish seventh, while teammate Lando Norris claimed the fastest lap in sixth.

Sergio Perez salvaged a solitary point for Red Bull, finishing 10th after a late charge through the field, while Haas’s Nico Hulkenberg delivered a strong eighth-place finish, edging out Tsunoda’s RB.

Las Vegas Delivers High-Stakes Spectacle

As the checkered flag waved, Russell coasted home for a dominant victory, his first in Las Vegas and a critical momentum boost for Mercedes. Hamilton’s remarkable recovery showcased the team’s strength, while Sainz’s resilience secured a well-earned podium spot for Ferrari.

Though Verstappen walked away with another championship title, the Las Vegas Grand Prix was a night where Mercedes and George Russell truly stole the show. In the glitzy, high-stakes atmosphere of Sin City, Formula 1 delivered a spectacle fans won’t soon forget.

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