Norris vs Verstappen and Sainz in the podium mix – What To Watch For in the Las Vegas Grand Prix

From two of the three title rivals sharing the front row to an outside threat for the podium, and from a big fightback drive needed to a track that has so far provided exciting racing, here are five things to keep an eye on when the action kicks off on Saturday night in Las Vegas…

1. Norris vs Verstappen

Qualifying was a thrilling affair on Friday night as an unexpectedly wet session threw all of the teams and drivers a curveball – but it was two familiar names that ended up fighting over pole position.

Max Verstappen appeared less comfortable on the intermediate tyres during Q3 but still managed to put himself on provisional pole position before Lando Norris pulled out an impressive final lap to usurp the defending champion.