Max Verstappen lost the lead at the start of the United States Grand Prix. Lewis Hamilton had the better start and conquered the lead in the first lap. The current number two in the world championship was quicker off the line when the lights went out and is currently on P1.

The 24-year-old Limburger was slower than his World Cup rival and must chase from second place. Sergio Perez is still in third, followed by Charles Leclerc.