The top three were treated to a victory celebration in an open-top pink Cadillac, albeit a Lego one chauffeured by Hollywood actor Terry Crews.

Verstappen, Lando Norris and George Russell all appeared to find enjoy the novelty post-race experience, with the four-time world champion striking a pose with his arm leant on the Cadillac's bodywork.

Wearing the pink Lego sunglasses supplied by their rather unorthodox taxi, Verstappen and Norris enjoyed the moment together while they waited for Russell to join them.

Since the Las Vegas Street Circuit made its debut in 2023, the organisers have made sure to do it their way when it comes to the off-track touches.

In 2023 and 2024 podium drivers were treated to a novelty a 'cooldown limo' which chauffeured them to in front of the Bellagio Hotel fountain.

This year the car of choice was a pink Lego Cadillac, which may have had something to do with the American manufacturer joining the grid for 2026.

It also marks the latest collaboration between F1 and Lego, with the Danish toy company announcing they will sponsor an F1 Academy entry for next year.

It was a hard-earned rest for Verstappen who never looked back after gaining the lead from Norris on the first corner when the McLaren driver went too deep into turn one in an attempt to defend from the Red Bull behind.

The race-winning margin of over 20 seconds however flattered Verstappen as the Norris survived a late fuel issue in the closing laps, which lost a dozen seconds and dropped him into the clutches of third-placed Russel behind.

Though Norris' championship lead over teammate Oscar Piastri extended to 30 points, Verstappen's victory has kept his hopes alive as he reduces his deficit to 42 points heading into the Qatar Sprint next week.

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