From gridlocked traffic to closing off one of Las Vegas' most iconic sites on the Strip, preparations for the November race haven't all been easy.
The countdown is on for the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix in November, the first race of its kind to take place in the city since 1982. An event this big requires some big changes, and not all of those changes have been easy to accomplish.
Las Vegas resident and tourism expert Jennifer Gay, known on social media as VegasStarfish, said more communication from officials might have helped with the construction chaos. Like in all Formula 1 races, the centerpiece will be the paddock building. The $500 million and 300,000-square-foot site will house garages and bays for the cars in addition to a rooftop viewing area and VIP suites. It's also where the race will begin and end.
However, the building could be getting a name change, as some community members pointed out the name “paddock” could be wrongly associated with the name of the gunman who killed dozens and injured hundreds in a 2017 mass shooting at a country music concert in the city. According to MGM Resorts International, it's part of their"efforts to provide the best possible experience through improved visibility, mobility and pedestrian access and safety."
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