Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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Carlos Sainz Jr., the Spanish Formula 1 driver, finished fifth in the Las Vegas Grand Prix race held on the new Las Vegas Strip Circuit on Saturday. Sainz, who drives for the Ferrari team, had a solid performance in the inaugural race at the new street circuit in downtown Las Vegas.
Why it matters
Sainz’s fifth-place finish was an encouraging result for the Ferrari driver, who has struggled with consistency this season. The Las Vegas Grand Prix is a new addition to the Formula 1 calendar, and Sainz’s performance helps establish him as a contender at the new circuit.
The details
Sainz started the race in seventh position on the grid but was able to move up to fifth by the end of the 50-lap event. He finished behind race winner Max Verstappen of Red Bull, Sergio Perez also of Red Bull, Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes, and George Russell of Mercedes.
- The Las Vegas Grand Prix took place on Saturday, March 6, 2026.
The players
Carlos Sainz Jr.
A Spanish Formula 1 driver who currently competes for the Ferrari team.
Max Verstappen
The reigning Formula 1 world champion who drives for the Red Bull team and won the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Sergio Perez
A Mexican Formula 1 driver who also competes for the Red Bull team and finished second in the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton
A British Formula 1 driver who drives for the Mercedes team and finished third in the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
George Russell
A British Formula 1 driver who also competes for the Mercedes team and finished fourth in the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
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The takeaway
Sainz’s fifth-place finish at the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix was a positive result for the Ferrari driver, who will look to build on this performance as the Formula 1 season continues.
