Carlos Sainz will start from third place in the Las Vegas Grand Prix after a challenging wet qualifying session. Sainz expressed confidence that Williams is 'becoming stronger every race,' highlighting the team's improvement despite being considered underdogs. He achieved his second-best qualifying result of the season, only behind Lando Norris and Max Verstappen, and credited the wet conditions and specific car adjustments for his performance. Sainz also avoided a penalty after an investigation into a near-miss with Lance Stroll. Williams team principal James Vowles declined an interview request during the qualifying, citing the ongoing FIA investigation into Sainz, though the stewards ultimately took no further action. Sainz praised the team's resilience and fan support, noting that their success in wet conditions showcased their growing competitiveness. Meanwhile, Williams driver Alex Albon was eliminated in Q1 after hitting the barrier in the rain, breaking his suspension. Ted Kravitz reacted to the situation, criticizing Vowles' refusal to speak to the media, which Kravitz saw as a snub related to the FIA's verdict on Sainz. The qualifying results and team performances, including Hamilton starting from the back and Norris securing pole, highlight the unpredictable nature of the race weekend.