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F1 Miami GP: Sunday race schedule, weather, and how to watch

UPDATED start time: Everything you need to know ahead of Sunday’s 2026 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix following qualifying

Liam Lawson, Racing Bulls

Liam Lawson, Racing Bulls

Photo by: Sona Maleterova / Getty Images

Formula 1 continues its 2026 Miami Grand Prix weekend at the Miami International Autodrome, with the grid now set following Saturday’s sprint and qualifying sessions.

All eyes will be on the grid as the lights go out, with Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen sharing the front row. Just behind, Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris complete the second row, as four teams fill the top four qualifying positions.

The entire grid is closer than ever after a month-long break. Even at the back of the grid, both Cadillac and Aston Martin are more competitive this round, and may spend the Miami GP locked in battle.

NOTE: Following reports of severe weather, race organizers have moved the Miami GP race start ahead to 1 PM - 1300 local time / 1700 GMT.

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First held in 2022, the Miami race has quickly become one of Formula 1’s highest-profile U.S. stops. Built around the Hard Rock Stadium complex, the tight street-style circuit is set to remain on the calendar until at least 2041 following a long-term agreement.

Mercedes remains a central focus heading into Sunday’s race after its strong start to the season, although the competitive picture may have shifted following the Miami sprint race and qualifying. Championship leader Antonelli continues to set the pace, maintaining a narrow advantage over team-mate George Russell as the intra-team battle develops this season.

With limited practice running, evolving track conditions and the added variables from sprint weekend format, Sunday’s grand prix presents a wide range of strategic possibilities.

Here is everything you need to know ahead of Sunday’s race in Miami.

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How can I watch the F1 Miami GP?

Broadcast coverage of Formula 1 varies by region. In the United States, Apple TV is the primary broadcast partner for the 2026 season, with all sessions available on the platform following a multi-year deal. F1 TV remains the series’ global subscription streaming service.

For viewers in the United Kingdom, Sky Sports continues as the championship’s exclusive broadcaster, showing every session live throughout the 2026 season. F1 coverage can also be streamed via Sky Go or NOW, and highlights of the race will be available free-to-air on Channel 4.

For every session, Motorsport.com provides live text commentary, including Saturday sprint race and for grand prix qualifying.

F1 Miami GP schedule

All times local to Miami

Sunday, May 3 -- 2026 Miami Grand Prix Race -- 1:00pm EST

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Oliver Bearman, Haas F1 Team

Oliver Bearman, Haas F1 Team

Photo by: James Sutton / Formula 1 / Formula Motorsport Ltd via Getty Images

What is the weather forecast for F1 Miami GP Sunday race?

Weather in Miami remains a key factor heading into Sunday’s race.

Current forecasts for Miami Gardens indicate warm, humid conditions with a high around 80°F / 27°C, along with a strong chance of showers and possible thunderstorms developing during the afternoon.

This raises the likelihood of mixed conditions or interruptions, making tyre strategy, timing and race control decisions potentially decisive factors in the grand prix. Motorsport.com will continue to report on the latest conditions in Miami.

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Miami Track Facts

  • Circuit: Miami International Autodrome
  • Location: Miami Gardens, Florida 
  • Circuit length: 3.363 mi (5.412 km)
  • Turns: 19
  • First Formula 1 race: 2022

2026 Formula 1 Driver & Team Roster

Team Driver Driver
McLaren Lando Norris Oscar Piastri
Mercedes George Russell Kimi Antonelli
Red Bull Max Verstappen Isack Hadjar
Ferrari Lewis Hamilton Charles Leclerc
Williams Carlos Sainz Alex Albon
Racing Bulls Liam Lawson Arvid Lindblad
Aston Martin Fernando Alonso Lance Stroll
Haas Oliver Bearman Esteban Ocon
Audi Nico Hulkenberg Gabriel Bortoleto
Alpine Pierre Gasly Franco Colapinto
Cadillac Valtteri Bottas Sergio Perez

Photos from Miami GP - Saturday

Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Aston Martin F1 Team Garage

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Tribute to Alex Zanardi

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Liam Lawson, Racing Bulls

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Sergio Perez, Cadillac Racing

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Isack Hadjar, Red Bull Racing

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Oscar Piastri, McLaren

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Charles Leclerc, Ferrari

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Lando Norris, McLaren

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Lando Norris, McLaren

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Lando Norris, McLaren

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Lando Norris, McLaren

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Charles Leclerc, Ferrari, Lando Norris, McLaren, Oscar Piastri, McLaren

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing, Flavio Briatore, Alpine

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Tribute to the late Alex Zanardi

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Esteban Ocon, Haas F1 Team

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Franco Colapinto, Alpine

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Lando Norris, McLaren

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Charles Leclerc, Ferrari, Oscar Piastri, McLaren, George Russell, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Lando Norris, McLaren, Oscar Piastri, McLaren

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Oscar Piastri, McLaren

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Pierre Gasly, Alpine

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

George Russell, Mercedes, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Liam Lawson, Racing Bulls

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Nico Hülkenberg, Audi F1 Team

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Charles Leclerc, Ferrari

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Lando Norris, McLaren

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Charles Leclerc, Ferrari, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Nico Hülkenberg, Audi F1 Team

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Charles Leclerc, Ferrari

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Lando Norris, McLaren

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes

Miami GP - Saturday, in photos

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