McLaren has the upper hand, but their margin for error is slim. A solid strategy focused on minimizing risks and maintaining consistent scoring between both drivers should be enough to secure the championship. Luckily, McLaren’s car has been one of the most track-versatile on the grid this season.

Las Vegas Grand Prix organisers have quashed the prospect of adding a sprint race to the city’s high-stakes Formula 1 event anytime soon, asserting that the unique demands of the Las Vegas circuit make the format impractical.