Max Verstappen has the chance to add to one of the most entertaining Formula One seasons in recent memory by becoming a four-time World Drivers’ Champion on Saturday at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Max Verstappen is on the cusp of a fourth consecutive Formula One world championship and could even clinch the title under the bright lights of Las Vegas this weekend. The Red Bull driver produced one of his best-ever performances to win from 17th on the grid in Brazil three weeks ago,

The Red Bull star tipped the odds in his favour at the Brazilian Grand Prix, overcoming a grid penalty, Q2 exit and a pole position for title rival Lando Norris to claim one of the most memorable victories of his F1 career.

Lewis Hamilton led a Mercedes 1-2 in Formula 1's opening practice session for the Las Vegas Grand Prix after overhauling team-mate George Russell at the chequered flag. Hamilton's 1m35.001s headliner was set at the close of the session,