Russell Wins Las Vegas GP, Mercedes Achieves 1-2 Finish

George Russell's victory at the Las Vegas Grand Prix marked a significant achievement for Mercedes, securing their fourth win of the 2024 season and Russell's second win. Starting from pole position, Russell successfully held off early challenges from Charles Leclerc before securing victory, while teammate Lewis Hamilton impressively moved from tenth to second place. The win was pivotal for Mercedes, as it contributed to maintaining McLaren's lead over Ferrari in the constructors' championship. The smooth track surface in Las Vegas favored Mercedes' car setup, contrasting with previous challenges on bumpier circuits. The competitive 2024 season has seen seven different drivers win multiple races, setting a new record, and Max Verstappen has already secured his fourth drivers' championship. As the season nears its end, McLaren maintains a 24-point lead in the constructors' race.