It is time again for Formula 1 to take centre stage, and one of the high-profile venues on the calendar awaits with the Miami Grand Prix.
Held against the bright background of Florida, and revolving around the Hard Rock Stadium venue, the race has been a favorite among fans ever since its inception into the calendar.
F1 returns after a brief hiatus as the races in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain were cancelled due to the war in West Asia. After the first three GPs of the season, Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli leads the driver standings.
Miami GP is a sprint race.
In this article, The Sporting News brings to you everything you need to know about the date, timings, schedule, and how to watch the Miami GP live.
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When is Miami GP?
The Miami Grand Prix will be held between May 1 and May 3, 2026. It will be the fourth race of the F1 season.
The main race will take place on Sunday, May 3, at the Miami International Autodrome.
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Miami GP start time
The Miami GP 2026 will begin at 4:00 p.m. ET, which translates to 1:30 a.m. IST (next day – Monday, May 4, 2026).
Miami GP full schedule
The Miami Grand Prix 2026 follows the sprint format, which compresses key sessions into three days:
Friday, May 1Practice 1Sprint QualifyingSaturday, May 2Sprint RaceQualifying (for main race)Sunday, May 3
The sprint race offers additional points, making every session across the weekend crucial.
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How to watch Miami GP?
Here’s how to watch the Miami Grand Prix 2026 live from India:
TV channel: NALive stream: FanCode
There is no traditional TV broadcast for F1 in India, but fans can watch the Miami Grand Prix 2026 live exclusively on the FanCode app and website.
For fans who want a more in-depth experience, F1 TV Pro is also available (often via FanCode), offering onboard cameras, team radios, and additional data alongside the main broadcast.
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