{"id":297746,"date":"2023-11-19T20:25:55","date_gmt":"2023-11-19T20:25:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sports-life-news.com\/?p=297746"},"modified":"2023-11-19T20:25:55","modified_gmt":"2023-11-19T20:25:55","slug":"inside-las-vegas-gp-eye-watering-ticket-prices-adele-and-the-iconic-strip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sports-life-news.com\/racing\/f1\/inside-las-vegas-gp-eye-watering-ticket-prices-adele-and-the-iconic-strip\/","title":{"rendered":"Inside Las Vegas GP – Eye-watering ticket prices, Adele and the iconic Strip"},"content":{"rendered":"

Lewis Hamilton previews Las Vegas Grand Prix<\/h3>\n

Few Formula 1 races in the recent past have proved to be as divisive as the Las Vegas Grand Prix. From extortionate ticket prices to glitzy pre-race performances and lavish fireworks and drone displays, the spectacles have been met with a mixture of skepticism and excitement. But just what can fans expect from the first race in Vegas since 1982? How much will it cost to witness the action? And where will the drivers race in one of the busiest cities in the world?<\/p>\n

A transformed Las Vegas Strip<\/h2>\n

When the Las Vegas GP was first announced, the first question on everyone’s lips concerned where the race would take place. Las Vegas – even during the quieter months – is one of the busiest places in America, making it an interesting destination for a sport that requires a lot of room.<\/p>\n

The solution: The Las Vegas Strip. The last race in Nevada saw drivers compete at a track around the iconic Caesars Palace Hotel. This time drivers will be treated to a plethora of landmarks.<\/p>\n

The track has been created on the Strip, where drivers will race down Las Vegas Boulevard, Harmon Avenue, Koval Lane, Westchester Drive and then through Sand Avenue. A number of iconic buildings en route include Caesars, the Bellagio Fountains, Planet Hollywood, MSG Sphere and The Mirage.<\/p>\n

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More than just a race<\/h2>\n

Despite the race taking place at the weekend, organizers wasted no time in getting the party started. The official opening ceremony kicked off on Wednesday night in typical Vegas fashion.<\/p>\n

A star-studded ceremony included musical performances from the likes of John Legend, Thirty Seconds To Mars, Steve Aoki, Tiesto, Journey, Keith Urban, J Balvin and Andra Day. The night was headlined by iconic songstress Kylie Minogue.<\/p>\n

The drivers were also presented to the crowd on large podiums, amid a laser and firework show, where they greeted the 30,000-strong spectators in attendance.<\/p>\n

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