The F1 Miami Grand Prix 2026 promises high-speed drama, intense rivalries, and a crucial battle in the championship race. Held at the iconic Miami International Autodrome, this race is one of the most exciting stops on the Formula 1 calendar, attracting global attention from fans and experts alike. With a competitive grid and unpredictable conditions, today’s race could shape the momentum for the rest of the season.
📍 Official Start Time
- Local Time (Miami): 1:00 PM
🌎 North America Broadcast Times
| Time Zone | Date | Start Time |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Time | Sunday, May 3 | 4:00 PM |
| Central Time | Sunday, May 3 | 3:00 PM |
| Mountain Time | Sunday, May 3 | 2:00 PM |
| Pacific Time | Sunday, May 3 | 1:00 PM |
Fans across the globe are tuning in for what is expected to be a thrilling Grand Prix filled with overtakes, pit strategy battles, and potential surprises.
🏆 Race Results – Miami Grand Prix 2026
🏁 2026 F1 Miami Grand Prix – Sprint Results
| Pos | Driver | Nat. | Team | Gap / Laps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andrea Kimi Antonelli | ITA | Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team | 57 Laps |
| 2 | Lando Norris | GBR | McLaren Mastercard F1 Team | +3.264s |
| 3 | Oscar Piastri | AUS | McLaren Mastercard F1 Team | +27.092s |
| 4 | George Russell | GBR | Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team | +43.051s |
| 5 | Max Verstappen | NED | Oracle Red Bull Racing | +48.946s |
| 6 | Lewis Hamilton | GBR | Scuderia Ferrari HP | +53.753s |
| 7 | Franco Colapinto | ARG | BWT Alpine F1 Team | +61.871s |
| 8 | Charles Leclerc | MON | Scuderia Ferrari HP | +64.245s |
| 9 | Carlos Sainz | ESP | Atlassian Williams F1 Team | +82.072s |
| 10 | Alex Albon | THA | Atlassian Williams F1 Team | +90.972s |
| 11 | Ollie Bearman | GBR | TGR Haas F1 Team | +1 Lap |
| 12 | Gabriel Bortoleto | BRA | Audi Revolut F1 Team | +1 Lap |
| 13 | Esteban Ocon | FRA | TGR Haas F1 Team | +1 Lap |
| 14 | Arvid Lindblad | GBR | Racing Bulls | +1 Lap |
| 15 | Fernando Alonso | ESP | Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team | +1 Lap |
| 16 | Sergio Perez | MEX | Cadillac F1 Team | +1 Lap |
| 17 | Lance Stroll | CAN | Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team | +1 Lap |
| 18 | Valtteri Bottas | FIN | Cadillac F1 Team | +2 Laps |
| DNF | Liam Lawson | NZD | Racing Bulls | — |
| DNF | Pierre Gasly | FRA | BWT Alpine F1 Team | — |
| DNF | Nico Hulkenberg | GER | Audi Revolut F1 Team | — |
| DNF | Isack Hadjar | FRA | Oracle Red Bull Racing | — |
👉 Results will be updated soon after the race conclusion.
🧾 Full Starting Grid – Miami Grand Prix 2026
| Position | Driver | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes |
| 2 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
| 3 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari |
| 4 | Lando Norris | McLaren |
| 5 | George Russell | Mercedes |
| 6 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari |
| 7 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren |
| 8 | Franco Colapinto | Alpine |
| 9 | Isack Hadjar | Red Bull |
| 10 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine |
| 11 | Nico Hulkenberg | Audi |
| 12 | Liam Lawson | Racing Bulls |
| 13 | Oliver Bearman | Haas |
| 14 | Carlos Sainz | Williams |
| 15 | Esteban Ocon | Haas |
| 16 | Alex Albon | Williams |
| 17 | Arvid Lindblad | Racing Bulls |
| 18 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin |
| 19 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin |
| 20 | Valtteri Bottas | Cadillac |
| 21 | Sergio Perez | Cadillac |
| 22 | Gabriel Bortoleto | Audi |
Pole sitter Kimi Antonelli leads the pack, but defending champion Max Verstappen starts right alongside, setting up an intense battle into Turn 1. Ferrari and McLaren drivers are also in strong positions, making this a tightly contested grid.
🔴 Live Race Updates
- Lights out in Miami! A clean start is expected, but Turn 1 could be decisive.
- Watch for early overtakes from Verstappen and Leclerc as they challenge for the lead.
- Strategy will be key, with tire management playing a major role under Miami’s heat.
- Midfield battles between Alpine, Audi, and Haas drivers could impact points standings.
📊 What to Expect
The Miami Grand Prix often delivers dramatic moments, from safety cars to unexpected podium finishes. With young talent like Antonelli on pole and experienced champions like Verstappen and Hamilton in pursuit, the race narrative is wide open.
Stay connected for real-time updates, final results, and in-depth analysis as the F1 Miami Grand Prix 2026 unfolds. This is one race you don’t want to miss!