The Las Vegas Grand Prix began with Leclerc on pole, but Verstappen forced him wide at the start and took the lead, receiving a five-second penalty. Early contact and debris created a disrupted opening phase, including a safety car. Through the middle part of the race Leclerc, Verstappen and Pérez fought for the lead, while Verstappen recovered strongly after serving his penalty. Late on Pérez moved into second, but Leclerc repassed him at turn 14 on the final lap to reclaim the position. Verstappen won, Leclerc finished second and Pérez third. Ocon and Stroll recovered from low starting positions, and Piastri set the fastest lap.