Formula 1 fans are going to enjoy a new experience during this year's Las Vegas Grand Prix from Thursday, November 19, through Saturday, November 21, thanks to T-Mobile's ambitious plans to put its 5G network to the test.
The carrier plans to use 5G for extensive coverage, including drones, wireless broadcast cameras, and crowd monitoring systems. T-Mobile subscribers will get additional perks, as well.
5G cameras and drones around the track
Get ready for some amazing shots from the race. | Image by F1 Las Vegas GP
T-Mobile's partnership with the FIA, Formula 1, and the Las Vegas Grand Prix begins with more than 20 5G-connected devices, including drones and mobile cameras, positioned at key places around the track.
Going wireless means these spots can be quite unusual and difficult to reach with traditional wired broadcasting equipment, resulting in some really cool shots from the race.
T-Mobile is using 5G on Demand plus something called network slicing to give the production crew the necessary flexibility to livestream the race in ways that weren't possible before.
Basically, network slicing dedicates portions of the 5G bandwidth to different applications, giving the camera and drone crews a predictable network connection to work with. 5G on Demand allows cameras to move freely, and network slicing keeps the network separated from the hundreds of thousands of fans uploading pictures and videos during the race.
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The Las Vegas Grand Prix is one of the flashiest and most feature-packed races on the whole F1 calendar, so T-Mobile plans to show how modern 5G technology can make the show even better.
Digital command center will keep an eye on the crowd
The Smart Operations Command Center will provide information about crowd density, pedestrian movement, food and beverage queues, and transportation. | Image by 4Wall Entertainment
Another cool innovation that might help organizers and people at the venue is the upgraded Smart Operations Command Center. It will provide information about crowd density, pedestrian movement, food and beverage queues, and transportation.
For example, if there's a huge crowd outside a certain entrance or a particular area becomes overcrowded, the organizers can react before the situation escalates.
T-Mobile's network will also power more than 500 ticket scanners and payment terminals. Emergency services and first responders will use T-Mobile's T-Priority service, which prioritizes connectivity during periods of heavy network traffic.
Watch all the concerts in 4K, even miles away from Vegas
Watch all the concerts in 4K on the official Formula 1 YouTube channel. | Image by T-Mobile
The Las Vegas Grand Prix is bringing three nights of stellar performances, including Sean Paul, Natasha Bedingfield, Ja Rule, Disclosure, and more.
Twenty wireless 5G cameras will capture the performances and audience in 4K and stream them directly to the official Formula 1 YouTube channel.
Here's the complete lineup for the three nights:
Thursday, November 19: Two Friends and Ja Rule
Friday, November 20: Disclosure and Gorgon City
Saturday, November 21: Sean Paul and Natasha Bedingfield
Even if you fail to get to the stages, or you're nowhere near Vegas, you can enjoy the party in 4K from your phone, laptop, or desktop computer. There are additional perks for T-Mobile subscribers.
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T-Mobile subscribers get a few exclusive extras
T-Mobile will host an exclusive meet-and-greet with F1 champion Lando Norris at its store on the Las Vegas Strip.
If you're attending the race weekend and you're also a T-Mobile customer, there are some additional perks. Members with tickets to the T-Mobile Zone at Sphere will have access to Club Magenta, a two-story lounge overlooking the track and entertainment stage.
There will be complimentary device charging, discounted drinks during Magenta Hour, and personalized engraved earbuds while supplies last.
Fans of McLaren and Lando Norris also have something to look forward to. On Tuesday, November 17, 2026, T-Mobile will host an exclusive meet-and-greet with Lando Norris at its store on the Las Vegas Strip, located at 3791 Las Vegas Blvd South.
Lando is technically still the reigning world champion, even though Kimi Antonelli took the 2026 title mathematically, securing the championship at the Mexican Grand Prix. So, that's a chance to meet a Formula 1 World Champion.
T-Mobile is using the Las Vegas Grand Prix as a testing ground
T-Mobile has been partnering with the Las Vegas F1 Grand Prix since 2023, using the event as a testing ground for technologies. | Image by Modern Luxury
The carrier is not just pouring some money in and slapping its name on some banners during the Grand Prix. T-Mobile has been partnering with the Las Vegas F1 Grand Prix since 2023, using the event as a testing ground for technologies that can find their way to its customers.
I'm a huge F1 fan (I've been watching since the Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna days), and even though I'm not a T-Mobile subscriber, I'm going to enjoy the extended coverage and will definitely check out the livestreamed concerts.
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