The Formula 1 sprint race at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) is set to mark the series’ return after a break of nearly four months. Scheduled for Saturday, the sprint will be a 19-lap race, one-third the length of Sunday’s 56-lap United States Grand Prix. This sprint is the fourth of six planned for the season within a record 24 Grand Prix calendar. Max Verstappen, who won the inaugural COTA sprint race last year, leads the starting lineup, followed by competitors from various teams including McLaren, Alpine, Ferrari, and Mercedes.
By the Numbers
- 19 laps for the sprint race at COTA.
- 56 laps for the United States Grand Prix.
State of Play
- The sprint race is the first since the previous event held four weekends ago.
- This weekend signals a series of three consecutive Grand Prix weekends.
What’s Next
The sprint race is set to provide crucial insights into team performance ahead of the United States Grand Prix on Sunday. Fans can expect exciting action as teams adapt strategies based on sprint results.
Bottom Line
As Formula 1 resumes competition, the upcoming sprint will be pivotal in shaping the narrative for teams and drivers, making it essential viewing for motorsport enthusiasts.
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