The Las Vegas Grand Prix is a planned Formula One Grand Prix due to form part of the 2023 Formula One World Championship, with the event taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada, in the United States, on a temporary street circuit including the Las Vegas Strip. The Las Vegas Grand Prix was first held in 1981 and 1982 on a temporary circuit around Caesars Palace. The races were won by Alan Jones (Williams) and Michele Alboreto (Tyrrell), respectively. The 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix will be held on a temporary street circuit that will weave through the Las Vegas Strip, past world-famous landmarks, casinos, and hotels. The circuit will be approximately 3.8 miles (6.2 km) long and will feature 17 turns. The 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix will take place over three days, from November 16 to 18. The first practice session will be held on Friday, November 16, followed by qualifying on Saturday, November 17. The race will be held on Sunday, November 18. Tickets for the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix are on sale now. General admission tickets range in price from $299 to $1,499. Grand Prix Club tickets, which include access to exclusive hospitality areas, range in price from $4,999 to $10,999. Controversy Surrounds Ticket Prices The upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix has been generating a lot of excitement, but there has also been some controversy surrounding the high ticket prices. General admission tickets for the race range from $299 to $1,499, while Grand Prix Club tickets, which include access to exclusive hospitality areas, range in price from $4,999 to $10,999. Some fans have criticized the high ticket prices, arguing that they are too expensive for many people to afford. They have also expressed concern that the race will be inaccessible to all but the most wealthy fans. Organizers of the race have defended the ticket prices, arguing that they are necessary to cover the costs of putting on the event. They have also pointed out that the Las Vegas Grand Prix will be a unique and unforgettable experience, and that the ticket prices reflect the value of that experience. The controversy over ticket prices is likely to continue in the lead-up to the race. However, it is also likely that the demand for tickets will remain high, regardless of the price. In addition to the controversy over ticket prices, there have been a number of other recent developments related to the Las Vegas Grand Prix: The race organizers have released a revised circuit map, which shows that the race will take place on a 1.7-mile (2.7 km) street circuit that will pass by some of the most iconic landmarks on the Las Vegas Strip. The race organizers have announced that they will be offering a limited number of "Fan Friday" tickets, which will allow fans to access the circuit on Friday, November 16, for a reduced price. The race organizers have also announced that they will be partnering with a number of local charities, and that a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to these charities. The Las Vegas Grand Prix is shaping up to be a major event, and it is sure to generate a lot of excitement in the city. However, the controversy over ticket prices is likely to remain a topic of discussion in the lead-up to the race. Thanks for listening to Quiet Please. Remember to like and share wherever you get your podcasts.
