Carlos Sainz will start from third place in the Las Vegas Grand Prix after a wet qualifying session, which he described as a sign of Williams' improving performance, as he praised the team for becoming stronger each race. Sainz's impressive qualifying was marked by a strong wet-weather performance, despite an investigation into a potential unsafe rejoin incident during Q1, which was ultimately dismissed by stewards. Meanwhile, Williams team principal James Vowles declined an interview during the event, citing the ongoing FIA investigation as the reason, a decision questioned by Ted Kravitz. Sainz also expressed optimism about Williams' progress and their underdog status, highlighting their consistent improvement and fan support. The qualifying session was chaotic due to rain and cold conditions, with Sainz's teammate Alex Albon crashing out early. Sainz's performance was notable as he avoided penalties and gained confidence in the wet conditions, though he acknowledged that a dry race might challenge his chances for a top position. Additionally, Lewis Hamilton will start from the back of the grid after qualifying difficulties, with the stewards investigating Sainz for unsafe rejoining, which was later cleared. The event also saw a grid rework following a late Red Bull decision, and Norris secured pole position amid a challenging weather scenario. The overall race weekend has been filled with drama, strategic shifts, and ongoing investigations, emphasizing the competitive and unpredictable nature of the Las Vegas GP.