Fernando Alonso enjoyed the wet Las Vegas GP qualifying, describing it as 'more fun than expected' despite the challenging 'sketchy' conditions that many drivers found difficult. Alonso started seventh and was notably smiling after the session, stating he faced conditions tougher in other circuits like Austria and Brazil but still found it enjoyable. Meanwhile, Lance Stroll expressed regret over a 'stupid' decision to switch to intermediate tires during Q2, which he believes cost him a chance at a top-four grid position. Stroll was knocked out in 12th place, feeling confident he could have qualified higher with more push laps, but his gamble did not pay off. Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll both initially took wet tires, but the rain eased before Q2, prompting Stroll to switch to intermediates with only six minutes remaining, a move that backfired as he only managed two laps and was eliminated. Alonso advanced to Q3, finishing seventh, and expressed satisfaction with the session, comparing the conditions favorably to other tougher circuits. Lando Norris secured pole position in a rainy qualifying, edging Max Verstappen by 0.323 seconds, with Carlos Sainz third and Oscar Piastri fifth. Lewis Hamilton faced a shock elimination in Q1, finishing last. The session was marked by strategic gambles, with Stroll's risky tire switch failing and other drivers battling the wet track. The upcoming race is scheduled for Saturday night at 11 p.m. ET. The qualifying results set Norris on pole, Verstappen second, and Alonso seventh, amidst a chaotic and rain-affected session.