Mercedes posts Circuit of the Americas guide for Austin race week

Verstappen arrives after first Singapore win

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Howdy Mercedes family, it's time to go racing in Austin! Your guide to the Circuit of the Americas, via our website 👇 Via @MercedesAMGF1 on X

What happened: The United States Grand Prix opens a three-race stretch in Texas. It follows Max Verstappen's first Singapore victory ahead of Charles Leclerc and Kimi Antonelli.

Why it matters: Kimi Antonelli can clinch the Formula 1 title in Austin by outscoring his teammate. That math makes the Texas weekend the championship pivot before the final two legs of the triple-header.

By the numbers: Verstappen won in Singapore from pole ahead of Leclerc and Antonelli, with Norris fourth and Piastri fifth. Hamilton qualified third and finished sixth.

What to watch: Teams head to on-track running at the Circuit of the Americas. The title picture sharpens with qualifying and the race result in Austin.

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@MercedesAMGF1 2026-10-20T10:07:49.319739+00:00

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