Circuit of the Americas is one of Formula One's most exhilarating additions to the Formula One schedule over the last decade, and marked its 10th Grand Prix with another fantastic event accompanied by some stunning images.
The United States Grand Prix featured plenty of atmosphere and a few new elements to its landscape in 2022, and this was captured in the photography throughout the weekend.
Join Aston Martin F1 Team and Motorsport Images photographer Zak Mauger as he explains the details behind his favourite shots from the United States Grand Prix.
Shot on a Canon EOS R3, 70-200mm Lens + 1.4 Extender
"Shooting from the top of the tower at COTA allows for a few different angles to play with.
"I really liked the long shadow created by the car which was helped by the late-running extended FP2 session and bright Texas sun."
Shot on a Canon EOS R3, 24-70mm lens
"Using a wide-open aperture, I've focussed on Lance's eyes as he prepares to go out for FP1.
"The front three-quarter angle works well here to capture some of the sponsors that are a bit trickier to get head-on or side-on."
Shot on a Canon EOS R3, 24-70mm lens
"Both Sebastian and Lance got into the Texas spirit and wore cowboy hats over the weekend.
"This was taken just prior to FP3 on Saturday morning as Seb entered the garage. I quite like the reflection of the overhead lighting, which draws you into the picture."
Shot on a Canon EOS R3, 600mm lens
"COTA has installed huge flags dotted around the track which adds another element for us photographers to think about.
"This is taken at the crest between Turns Nine and 10 during the evening qualifying session."
Shot on a Canon EOS R3, 70-200mm lens
"This is a slightly different shot taken from atop the tower, by leaning out and using the glass to create a reflection of the stars and stripes."
"There are lots of different colours and elements to this image, including the AMR22 which stands out nicely here."
Shot on a Canon 1DX Mark II, 50mm lens
"I took just before the cars headed to the grid on race day. Lance arrived a bit early to the garage and took a seat on the floor and listened to some music for a short while before he headed to his fifth position grid spot."
Shot on a Canon EOS R3, 70-200mm lens
"Both cars ran together for a short while during qualifying, just as the sun began to set which created a beautiful orange glow. The tower in the background and the large Texas flag add to this atmospheric shot."
Shot on a Canon EOS R3, 70-200mm lens
"What a fantastic last-lap fight between Seb and Kevin over eighth at the end of the Grand Prix.
"I positioned myself at the back of parc ferme keeping an eye out for Seb – he parked just behind Kevin and had a chat before they both went to the weighbridge."
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