The city of Las Vegas is in preparation for the first ever Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix race which has attracted controversy in equal measure. The plan to host F1 racing on the iconic Las Vegas Boulevard is approaching its preparation phase, with the event planners working all day and night to prepare the racetrack and the facilities to the sport’s specifications.

The 3. 8-mile circuit that takes a route across some of the most famous landmarks such as the Bellagio fountains and Caesars Palace is expected to offer fans a show like no other on the F1 calendar. Nevertheless, the journey has not been easy to the race day. People living in those areas and business people have complained of inconveniences that come with construction work and the traffic that will be occasioned by influx of people.

Traffic management plans have been a special concern, and concerns that the race weekend could paralyse the city. Nonetheless, the city officials are confident about the potential of the city to benefit from such a big event in the future. From a sporting point of view they and the teams and drivers are looking forward to the challenges that are posed by the street circuit.

Long straight and complex corners should provide for exciting racing whilst night time could pose a challenge for engineers in terms of degradation. Champions like Red Bull and Mercedes have been doing hundreds of simulations in order to adapt to such conditions.

The fight for the world title may take place at the streets of Las Vegas which will add more intrigue into already interesting fight. Sidelines, Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world is doing everything possible to make it a festival week. This is coupled with performances from big artistes, star studded private parties, and special fan engagements to add to the racing experience.

Many luxurious hotels located along the Strip are fully booked especially those that have special F1-theme packages for the rich race enthusiasts. With the green light still to be given, all the attention of the motorsport community is turned towards Las Vegas. The outcome of such a daring project could usher in a new era in F1 racing in America and other parts of the world or signal the beginning of the end of the brand in the country.