Franco Colapinto’s abrupt smash into the walls of the Las Vegas Grand Prix circuit in qualifying may have just ended his immediate hopes of landing an F1 seat. The Argentinean driver endured a horrific moment during qualifying in Las Vegas when a momentary lapse of concentration sent him barreling into the concrete barrier lining the track.

Franco Colapinto may miss the Las Vegas Grand Prix due to a severe 50G crash during qualifying, according to Williams Racing.

Franco Colapinto's participation in the Las Vegas Grand Prix is in doubt after "severe" 50G qualifying shunt. Williams say Franco Colapinto needs a further medical evaluation to be passed fit to race after suffering a 50G crash in F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix qualifying.