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Circuit of the Americas

Austin, United States · First GP: 2012

Circuit of the Americas is a 3.426 mi circuit in Austin, United States, featuring 20 turns. It has hosted 13 Grand Prix races since 2012.

Track Layout

Track Specs

3.426 mi

Length

20

Turns

Anti-clockwise

Direction

150 m

Altitude

Lap Record

1:36.169

Charles Leclerc (2019)

Typical Race Weather (October)

73.4°F

Avg Temp

60%

Humidity

3.15 in

Rainfall

35%

Rain Chance

GP History

13

Total Races

1

Race Title

2034

Contract Until

United States Grand Prix2012–2019, 2021–2025

Circuit Record Book

13

Total Races

6

Different Winners

5

Most Wins

Occasional rain

Weather

Lap Record

1:36.169Charles Leclerc (2019)

Most Wins: Drivers

1
Lewis Hamilton5

2012–2017

2
Max Verstappen4

2021–2025

3
Sebastian Vettel1

2013

4
Kimi Räikkönen1

2018

5
Valtteri Bottas1

2019

Most Wins: Constructors

1
Red Bull5

2013–2025

2
Mercedes5

2014–2019

3
Ferrari2

2018–2024

4
McLaren1

2012

Longest Win Streak

Lewis Hamilton

4 consecutive wins (2014–2017)

Max Verstappen: 3 wins (2021–2023)

Race Weather Profile

Rain probability35%
Avg temp73.4°F
Humidity60%
Rainfall3.15 in

Most recent winner: Max Verstappen (2025, Red Bull)

Historical Winners

YearRaceWinnerConstructor
2025United States Grand PrixMax VerstappenRed Bull
2024United States Grand PrixCharles LeclercFerrari
2023United States Grand PrixMax VerstappenRed Bull
2022United States Grand PrixMax VerstappenRed Bull
2021United States Grand PrixMax VerstappenRed Bull
2019United States Grand PrixValtteri BottasMercedes
2018United States Grand PrixKimi RäikkönenFerrari
2017United States Grand PrixLewis HamiltonMercedes
2016United States Grand PrixLewis HamiltonMercedes
2015United States Grand PrixLewis HamiltonMercedes
2014United States Grand PrixLewis HamiltonMercedes
2013United States Grand PrixSebastian VettelRed Bull
2012United States Grand PrixLewis HamiltonMcLaren

Circuit Analysis

At 3.6 turns per kilometre it has a corner density close to the 2026 average, where the calendar average is 3.2. It is on the 2026 calendar.

Our race model rates it as one of the easier circuits on the calendar to pass on, which shapes how much qualifying position is worth here.

Across 13 Grands Prix here, 6 different drivers have won. Lewis Hamilton leads with 5 wins, and Red Bull is the most successful team with 5. 6 of 13 races were won from pole position, and winners lined up P2.0 on the grid on average. The lowest starting slot to win was P6, by Max Verstappen in 2023. Since 2016, 14% of starters here have failed to finish (9 races).

Race weekends here have historically fallen in October, with an average of 23°C, 60% humidity and a 35% chance of rain. Wind averages 20 km/h.

Where is Circuit of the Americas located?

Circuit of the Americas is located in Austin, United States.

When did Circuit of the Americas first host a Formula 1 Grand Prix?

Circuit of the Americas hosted its first Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2012.

How long is the Circuit of the Americas circuit?

The Circuit of the Americas circuit is 5.513 km long with 20 turns.

What is the lap record at Circuit of the Americas?

The Formula 1 lap record at Circuit of the Americas is 1:36.169, set by Charles Leclerc in 2019.

Who has won the most races at Circuit of the Americas?

Lewis Hamilton leads all drivers with 5 wins at Circuit of the Americas.