Max Verstappen seeks his fourth consecutive F1 drivers' title at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, scheduled for Saturday at 10 p.m. local time. The night race promises spectacular views along the illuminated Strip against the desert sky backdrop.

Verstappen leads McLaren's Lando Norris by 62 points and Ferrari's Charles Leclerc by 86 points. After winning from 17th place in a rain-soaked Brazilian Grand Prix, Verstappen remains the clear favorite for the Las Vegas race.

The Las Vegas Strip Circuit, second longest in F1 after Spa-Francorchamps, features a 1.9km straight where cars reach speeds of 350 KPH (217 MPH). Former F1 driver Mika Hakkinen predicts a three-way battle between Red Bull, McLaren, and Ferrari, with teams better prepared using data from last year's inaugural race.

For Norris to keep his title hopes alive, he must win the race, set the fastest lap, and hope Verstappen finishes outside the top 10. This would reduce Verstappen's lead to 36 points with just two races remaining.

A fourth consecutive title would place Verstappen among F1 legends Sebastian Vettel, Lewis Hamilton, and Juan Manuel Fangio. Michael Schumacher holds the record with five straight championships.

Betting odds heavily favor Verstappen, priced at 1/40 (-4000), while his teammate Sergio Perez sits at 100/1 (+10000), reflecting McLaren, Ferrari, and Mercedes' recent improvements.

The race timing accommodates global viewership, with European fans catching the action early Sunday morning and East Coast US viewers watching just after midnight.

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