The most important facts & stats ahead of Austin

Formula 1 arrives at the Circuit of The Americas for the United States Grand Prix, Round 19 of the 2025 season. This Sprint weekend features a challenging track known for its unique corners and multiple overtaking zones, as highlighted by former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer. Pirelli introduces non-consecutive tyre compounds (C1, C3, C4), a strategy tested at Spa, which could lead to varied one- or two-stop races. While McLaren has secured the Teams' Championship, the Drivers' title remains fiercely contested. Oscar Piastri leads, but teammate Lando Norris is only 22 points adrift, with Max Verstappen closing in, now 63 points behind after a strong run. Mercedes and Ferrari are battling for second in the Constructors' standings.