WEEKEND WARM-UP: The excitement continues to build ahead of the inaugural Las Vegas GP

The paddock is at fever pitch as the start of the first-ever Las Vegas Grand Prix inches closer, and previewing all the action from Nevada is our Weekend Warm-up crew.

After months of build-up and a show-stopping opening ceremony, our very own star-studded crew look ahead to the Las Vegas GP, with plenty of talking points to chew over both on and off the track.

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Mercedes endured a miserable outing in Brazil, but have they cured what ailed them ahead of the Las Vegas weekend, especially as the battle for second with Ferrari in the constructors’ championship heats up?

Ferrari, specifically Charles Leclerc, also had a weekend to forget in Brazil after crashing out on the formation lap. He will be looking to bounce back in Las Vegas, but what do the gang make of his and his team’s chances?

Also up for discussion are Red Bull, the form of McLaren and Lando Norris, and the improved showing from Aston Martin in Brazil. The battle for seventh in the constructors’ standings is also on the agenda, as AlphaTauri look to continue their fine form to close the seven-point gap to Williams.

For all of this and plenty more, click on the video player above to watch as Laura Winter, Will Buxton, James Hinchcliffe and Lawrence Barretto preview the weekend’s action.