This chapter discusses the highly anticipated return of Formula One racing to Las Vegas after a long hiatus, highlighting the transformation of the strip into a race course and a notable incident during practice. It also explores the perception of the Vegas event as more of a show than a sporting event, and touches on an Apple Card advertisement and a discussion about the economy.
Formula 1 spent half a billion dollars to return to Las Vegas. Jalopnik’s Elizabeth Blackstock explains how a lackluster season and this weekend’s nothingburger race threaten F1's American dreams.
This episode was produced by Isabel Angell, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by David Herman, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.
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