π Full Weekend Schedule (local time)
Friday, May 2
- Free Practice 1: 12:30β13:30
- Sprint Qualifying: 16:30β17:14
Saturday, May 3
- Sprint Race (19 laps): 12:00β12:30
- Qualifying for Main Race: 16:00β17:00
Sunday, May 4
- Main Race (57 laps): 16:00β18:00
Source: Formula1.com
π₯ Key Storylines Before the Race
- Oscar PiastriΒ leads the drivers’ standings with 99 points, ahead ofΒ Lando Norris (89 pts)Β andΒ Max Verstappen (87 pts).
- Max VerstappenΒ skipped media day to be with Kelly Piquet as the couple expects a baby this weekend.
- McLarenΒ dominates the constructors’ standings with 188 points, followed byΒ Mercedes (111)Β andΒ Red Bull (89).
Sources: Wikipedia, Reuters, The Sun
π Miami GP Off-Track Highlights
The Miami Grand Prix isnβt just about racing. The event is packed with celebrity sightings, exclusive parties, and entertainment:
- Carbone Beach PartiesΒ with stars like LeBron James and Tom Brady
- Hollywood comes to the paddock withΒ Brad Pitt filming the “F1” movie
- Live concertsΒ featuring Kygo, TiΓ«sto, Pitbull, and Kaskade at Hard Rock Beach Club
- Special appearances by artists likeΒ Ed SheeranΒ at Ferrari-themed events
Sources: AS.com, BILD
π Whoβs the Favorite?
- Oscar PiastriΒ aims for his third consecutive win, something no Australian has done since Alan Jones.
- Lando NorrisΒ returns to the track where he claimed his first F1 victory in 2024.
- Max Verstappen, even with off-track responsibilities, remains a top contender.
πΊ Where to Watch?
- USA: ESPN, ESPN+, Disney+
- UK: Sky Sports F1
- Poland: Eleven Sports 2
- Streaming: F1 TV Pro
