Overview
- Max Verstappen will start second, with Carlos Sainz third and George Russell fourth after a slippery session on the Las Vegas street circuit.
- Oscar Piastri qualified fifth, continuing a difficult run that is straining his challenge to teammate Norris.
- Lewis Hamilton will start 20th after failing to get his tyres up to temperature in the wet.
- Norris was fastest in Free Practice 2 during a session paused for checks on a loose manhole cover, highlighting strong weekend pace.
- With 83 points still available across three events including a sprint, Norris cannot clinch the title in Nevada but can increase his advantage.