LAS VEGAS (September 4, 2024) – FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX has confirmed Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli as a support race when the highly anticipated event returns November 21–23. The addition of the Ferrari Challenge series to the racing schedule means ticketed fans will now see two racing series speed down the iconic Las Vegas Strip during the Las Vegas Grand Prix race weekend.
“The addition of the Ferrari Challenge series further demonstrates our commitment to delivering an even bigger and better racing event than ever before,” said Silvia Bellot, VP of Sporting and Race Operations at Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc. “Last year we made the dream of racing down Las Vegas Boulevard a reality, and we are thrilled that we can now offer fans twice the racing action for the price of a single ticket. Whether it be on or off-track, we are dedicated to providing fans with a truly unforgettable experience.”
“We are very proud and delighted to offer our Ferrari Challenge drivers the chance to compete on a circuit that has become instantly iconic, as part of the weekend that sees Formula 1 starring on the same track,” commented Antonello Coletta, Global Head of Ferrari Endurance and Corse Clienti. “The success of our one-make series is also based on offering customers the opportunity to compete on the best and most spectacular tracks in the world, and the setting provided by Las Vegas is undoubtedly unique in this respect.”
With the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX continuing to build upon fan engagement with interactive experiences, thrilling live music and activations, delicious food, and
drink offerings and more, attendees can now look forward to a comprehensive weekend of on and off-track activities at the Las Vegas Strip Circuit™.
Provisional support race schedule (all times local):
Thursday, November 21
- 8:05 p.m. Practice
- 11:30 p.m.: Qualifying
Friday, November 22
- 8:10 p.m.: Race 1
Saturday, November 23
- 6:20 p.m.: Race 2
** Each race will be about 35 minutes*
The Ferrari Challenge garages will be located in the heart of the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix Fan Experience, offering fans an up-close look at the 296 Challenge cars and a glimpse into the garages. The free, daytime event – set for November 22 & 23 on Las Vegas Boulevard across from Wynn Las Vegas – will feature F1 and F1 ACADEMY team appearances, live entertainment, local food trucks and more.
The Ferrari Challenge is the world’s most renowned single-marque championship, bringing dream cars and drivers together on the world’s most picturesque tracks since 1993. It has grown into a popular competition for those who, not satisfied with just driving their Ferraris on the road, feel the urge to compete in top-level sprint races. The Ferrari Challenge is divided into two continental series, Europe, and North America. A further UK series was added in 2019, followed by the Japanese series in 2023. The different championships are each homologated by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and are broadcast in over ninety countries worldwide.
Anticipation for the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX 2024 continues to rise as the F1 season progresses towards what is promising to be an exciting climax. The Las Vegas Strip Circuit™ proved to be a competitive track when it debuted in November 2023, featuring over 180 overtakes, top speeds of over 215 miles per hour and tactical challenges at every turn– making it one of the most exciting races of last season.
For more information about the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX or to purchase tickets, visit http://www.f1lasvegasgp.com/tickets. For more information about the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix Fan Experience, visit http://www.f1lasvegasgp.com/
For more information on the Ferrari Challenge, please visit http://www.ferrari.com/en-US/corse-
About FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX
Established in 2023, the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX is co-promoted by Formula 1® and Liberty Media Corporation, in collaboration with Clark County. The 50-lap race takes place on a 3.8-mile circuit in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip and sees drivers reach jaw-dropping speeds of over 215 mph (346 kph) as they drive around some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, hotels, and casinos. Through the Las Vegas Grand Prix Foundation, Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc. has donated nearly $1 million to local organizations and programs across the state and is committed to providing resources that directly address some of the most pressing challenges facing local families and communities. The 2024 race will take place on November 21-23, 2024. For more information, visit http://www.f1lasvegasgp.com.
About FERRARI CHALLENGE
The 296 Challenge will make its first appearance in the 2024 season as the protagonist in the Europe and North America series of the Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli; it will make its debut in the UK and Japan series the following season. It’s the first car in the history of the serie to sport a V6 engine, capable of 700 cv and a record specific output for the segment of 234 cv/l. Unprecedented downforce figures, record-breaking technology combined with brake-by-wire and a superior vehicle dynamics, make the 296 Challenge the perfect car to start the path to a successful racing career.
The 296 Challenge is the ninth model to be launched in the history of the Prancing Horse’s single-make series, the first edition of which was organised in 1993. Now the longest- running single-make championship on the international scene, it has seen the following models being fielded: 348 Challenge (1993-95), F355 Challenge (1995-2001), 360 Challenge (2000-2006), F430 Challenge (2006-2011), 458 Challenge (2011-2013), 458 Challenge Evo (2014-17), 488 Challenge (2017-2019) and the 488 Challenge Evo (2020-).
