50 minutes until the start: Fernando Alonso's commentary

50 minutes until the start: Fernando Alonso's commentary

      Fernando Alonso starts in Las Vegas pleased with his qualifying result and hopes to score points in the race...

      Fernando Alonso: "Before qualifying I didn't have any particular expectations, because on this track it's very difficult to keep the car on the slicks. So I expected the worst in the rain.

      However, in reality it wasn't that bad, and the grip was higher than I expected. I qualified seventh thanks to the rain, but we'll see what result we can achieve today."

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Ocon: There wasn't enough pace to score points. Ocon: There wasn't enough pace to score points. The race in Vegas yielded no points for Haas F1; the drivers of the American team finished just outside the top ten… "This has been the hardest year of my life." Yuki Tsunoda acknowledges feeling anxious about his future in Formula 1 as Red Bull continues to postpone their decision regarding drivers for 2026, yet he claims he has no regrets about taking the seat that ultimately concluded Sergio Perez’s tenure with the team. Upon arriving in Las Vegas, the Japanese driver expressed his awareness of the intense pressure he faces. "If I say I’m not nervous, that would be untrue," he stated. Red Bull has not yet clarified whether he will remain with the organization next year. In a separate conversation with Belgian broadcaster RTBF, Tsunoda remarked that the uncertainty is beyond his control. "As far as I know, a decision hasn’t been reached yet. I must give it my all—that’s the only aspect I can influence. I’m not considering 2026 right now; I'm leaving that to my agent and the team. I’m here to race. My performance will assist Red Bull in making a decision. I believe I’m progressing positively if you assess the last few races." Tsunoda moved up to Red Bull after Daniel Ricciardo was sidelined and Perez was let go for not keeping up with Max Verstappen, making 2025 the most challenging season of the 24-year-old’s career. "This has been the hardest year of my life," he confessed. "Racing alongside one of the top drivers on the grid and being part of a leading team offers a completely different experience. Previously, I was a team leader, engaged in the car's development. Now I find myself in a new role—I have much to learn, and my teammate is vying for the title, so I need to support the team." Despite the pressure and the potential career risks of being unfavorably compared to Verstappen, Tsunoda insists that he would make the same decision again. "I have no regrets about joining Red Bull," he declared. "It’s helping me become a better driver and a better individual." "This has been the hardest year of my life." Yuki Tsunoda acknowledges feeling anxious about his future in Formula 1 as Red Bull continues to postpone their decision regarding drivers for 2026, yet he claims he has no regrets about taking the seat that ultimately concluded Sergio Perez’s tenure with the team. Upon arriving in Las Vegas, the Japanese driver expressed his awareness of the intense pressure he faces. "If I say I’m not nervous, that would be untrue," he stated. Red Bull has not yet clarified whether he will remain with the organization next year. In a separate conversation with Belgian broadcaster RTBF, Tsunoda remarked that the uncertainty is beyond his control. "As far as I know, a decision hasn’t been reached yet. I must give it my all—that’s the only aspect I can influence. I’m not considering 2026 right now; I'm leaving that to my agent and the team. I’m here to race. My performance will assist Red Bull in making a decision. I believe I’m progressing positively if you assess the last few races." Tsunoda moved up to Red Bull after Daniel Ricciardo was sidelined and Perez was let go for not keeping up with Max Verstappen, making 2025 the most challenging season of the 24-year-old’s career. "This has been the hardest year of my life," he confessed. "Racing alongside one of the top drivers on the grid and being part of a leading team offers a completely different experience. Previously, I was a team leader, engaged in the car's development. Now I find myself in a new role—I have much to learn, and my teammate is vying for the title, so I need to support the team." Despite the pressure and the potential career risks of being unfavorably compared to Verstappen, Tsunoda insists that he would make the same decision again. "I have no regrets about joining Red Bull," he declared. "It’s helping me become a better driver and a better individual." Formula 1 | Spa-Francorchamps has initiated a new phase in its extensive history, as the demolition of the circuit's iconic old control tower paves the way for a contemporary (…) Las Vegas Grand Prix: Verstappen - Norris - Russell Las Vegas Grand Prix: Verstappen - Norris - Russell Max Verstappen won the Las Vegas Grand Prix, taking his sixth victory of the season and the 69th of his career... FIA reports that the engine grey area 'vanishes' with the 2026 regulations. FIA reports that the engine grey area 'vanishes' with the 2026 regulations. Formula 1 | The FIA states that the uncertainty caused by McLaren regarding Max Verstappen's new engine in Brazil will be resolved with the implementation of the new power-unit cost in 2026. Lewis Hamilton: This is my worst season ever. Lewis Hamilton: This is my worst season ever. After a disappointing qualifying, both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton scored points in the Las Vegas race. However, Ferrari are unhappy with sixth and tenth place — their deficit to Mercedes and Red Bull Racing in the fight for second in the Constructors' Championship has increased by a further 16 points. 70 minutes until the start: Commentary by Charles Leclerc 70 minutes until the start: Commentary by Charles Leclerc Charles Leclerc starts ninth in Las Vegas and would like to make up ground...

50 minutes until the start: Fernando Alonso's commentary

50 minutes until the start: Fernando Alonso's commentary