{"id":713903,"date":"2026-06-04T05:58:09","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T05:58:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/713903\/"},"modified":"2026-06-04T05:58:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T05:58:09","slug":"what-makes-the-formula-1-miami-grand-prix-special-and-why-you-should-see-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/713903\/","title":{"rendered":"What makes the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix special \u2013 and why you should see it"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">The Miami Grand Prix has established itself as one of Formula 1\u2019s most distinctive modern events since joining the calendar in 2022, combining high-stakes racing with the unmistakable energy of one of America\u2019s most vibrant cities.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">Held around the Miami International Autodrome at Hard Rock Stadium, the circuit blends a fast, technical street-style circuit with palm tree-lined backdrops, &#8216;marina&#8217; views, and an atmosphere unique to southern Florida.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">As the event continues to grow in stature, let&#8217;s take a look at just some of the reasons Miami is magical.<\/p>\n<p>All eyes on Miami<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">When Formula 1 lands in the Magic City, Miami injects a fresh wave of North American energy into the season. The early storylines are beginning to take shape, and everyone wants to catch a glimpse.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">The event\u2019s guest list can rival any on the calendar \u2013 in 2025, stars including Timoth\u00e9e Chalamet, ROS\u00c9 and Patrick Mahomes were spotted soaking up the paddock atmosphere. It&#8217;s the blend of elite sport, stunning venue and cultural crossover that gives Miami its distinct identity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">There\u2019s plenty of action to enjoy, not just the awesome spectacle of F1 cars duelling wheel to wheel. Who can forget that <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoibGVnb19kcml2ZXJz4oCZX3BhcmFkZV9saW5rX2NsaWNrZWQiLCJjbGlja1RleHQiOnRydWUsInBhdGgiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5mb3JtdWxhMS5jb20vZW4vdmlkZW8vZjEtbGVnby1yYWNlLXRoZS1kaXJlY3RvcnMtY3V0LjE4MzE2MzMzNDM0MDk1NDMxNDQiLCJwYXRoVHlwZSI6ImludGVybmFsIn0=\" href=\"https:\/\/www.formula1.com\/en\/video\/f1-lego-race-the-directors-cut.1831633343409543144\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">LEGO Drivers\u2019 Parade<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>When is the 2027 Miami Grand Prix?<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">Details of the 2027 Formula 1 calendar will be announced in due course.<\/p>\n<p>What happened at the 2026 Miami Grand Prix?<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">Kimi Antonelli claimed his third consecutive victory of the season for Mercedes, holding off McLaren&#8217;s Lando Norris in an eventful race that saw Oscar Piastri complete the podium. Charles Leclerc span late on, hitting the wall and damaging his Ferrari before being penalised. Check out the <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoicmFjZV9odWJfbGlua19jbGlja2VkIiwiY2xpY2tUZXh0Ijp0cnVlLCJwYXRoIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZm9ybXVsYTEuY29tL2VuL3JhY2luZy8yMDI2L21pYW1pIiwicGF0aFR5cGUiOiJpbnRlcm5hbCJ9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.formula1.com\/en\/racing\/2026\/miami\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">RACE HUB<\/a> to catch up on news, reports and highlights from every session.<\/p>\n<p>Why we love Miami International Autodrome<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">A street track spectacular with the Hard Rock Stadium at its epicentre, the 5.41km layout features 19 corners, three straights, and top speeds of over 350kph. Oh, and no margin for error.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">There are elevation changes too, the main one found between Turns 13 and 16, with the track heading over an exit ramp and under various flyovers. The Turn 14-15 chicane, meanwhile, has an uphill approach, with a crest in the middle, and then drops down on exit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">Layer in the Miami heat, changeable weather and a track that transforms session by session, and the challenge only intensifies. As conditions shift and tyres begin to fade, teams are forced into bold strategy calls \u2013 setting up dramatic finishes and surprise shake-ups in the closing laps.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">The weekend schedule is full of action and there&#8217;s plenty to look forward to every day, with F1 Free Practice, Qualifying and the Grand Prix \u2013 and the Sprint sessions \u2013 all supported by other categories. That means even more opportunities to see cars on track.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">There\u2019s fantastic live entertainment as performers and music stars continue the party.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">During the day there&#8217;s the stacked F1 Fanzone too, with activities, entertainment, and the chance to see F1 drivers and team representatives live on stage.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">Visiting fans have plenty more to check out over the weekend too, with events and activations taking place in the city over race week.<\/p>\n<p>Memorable moments in Miami<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">Miami has served up some unforgettable moments since first hosting an F1 weekend in 2022.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">Here\u2019s a selection to whet your appetite for more\u2026<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">2022 \u2013 <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoibWF4X3ZlcnN0YXBwZW5fbGlua19jbGlja2VkIiwiY2xpY2tUZXh0Ijp0cnVlLCJwYXRoIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZm9ybXVsYTEuY29tL2VuL2RyaXZlcnMvbWF4LXZlcnN0YXBwZW4iLCJwYXRoVHlwZSI6ImludGVybmFsIn0=\" href=\"https:\/\/www.formula1.com\/en\/drivers\/max-verstappen\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Max Verstappen<\/a> stormed past <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoiY2hhcmxlc19sZWNsZXJjX2xpbmtfY2xpY2tlZCIsImNsaWNrVGV4dCI6dHJ1ZSwicGF0aCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmZvcm11bGExLmNvbS9lbi9kcml2ZXJzL2NoYXJsZXMtbGVjbGVyYyIsInBhdGhUeXBlIjoiaW50ZXJuYWwifQ==\" href=\"https:\/\/www.formula1.com\/en\/drivers\/charles-leclerc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Charles Leclerc<\/a> on Lap 9 with a decisive move into Turn 1, before holding his nerve through a late Safety Car restart to win the inaugural Miami Grand Prix.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">2023 \u2013 Polesitter <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoic2VyZ2lvX3BlcmV6X2xpbmtfY2xpY2tlZCIsImNsaWNrVGV4dCI6dHJ1ZSwicGF0aCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmZvcm11bGExLmNvbS9lbi9kcml2ZXJzL3Nlcmdpby1wZXJleiIsInBhdGhUeXBlIjoiaW50ZXJuYWwifQ==\" href=\"https:\/\/www.formula1.com\/en\/drivers\/sergio-perez\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sergio Perez<\/a> seemed powerless to stop a charging Verstappen, who stormed to a second Miami win despite starting from P9 on the grid thanks to a blistering opening stint.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">2024 \u2013 <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoibGFuZG9fbm9ycmlzX2xpbmtfY2xpY2tlZCIsImNsaWNrVGV4dCI6dHJ1ZSwicGF0aCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmZvcm11bGExLmNvbS9lbi9kcml2ZXJzL2xhbmRvLW5vcnJpcyIsInBhdGhUeXBlIjoiaW50ZXJuYWwifQ==\" href=\"https:\/\/www.formula1.com\/en\/drivers\/lando-norris\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lando Norris<\/a> secured a maiden F1 victory. Logan Sargeant and Kevin Magnussen crashed to bring out the Safety Car, with the <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoibWNsYXJlbl9saW5rX2NsaWNrZWQiLCJjbGlja1RleHQiOnRydWUsInBhdGgiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5mb3JtdWxhMS5jb20vZW4vdGVhbXMvbWNsYXJlbiIsInBhdGhUeXBlIjoiaW50ZXJuYWwifQ==\" href=\"https:\/\/www.formula1.com\/en\/teams\/mclaren\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">McLaren<\/a> driver vaulting into the lead and holding on under relentless pressure from Verstappen.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">2025 \u2013 <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoib3NjYXJfcGlhc3RyaV9saW5rX2NsaWNrZWQiLCJjbGlja1RleHQiOnRydWUsInBhdGgiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5mb3JtdWxhMS5jb20vZW4vZHJpdmVycy9vc2Nhci1waWFzdHJpIiwicGF0aFR5cGUiOiJpbnRlcm5hbCJ9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.formula1.com\/en\/drivers\/oscar-piastri\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Oscar Piastri<\/a> proved his Championship credentials in a battle with his team mate, snatching the lead from Verstappen at Turn 1 on Lap 14 before delivering the win and a papaya 1-2 with Norris that sparked a dominant run for McLaren.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">2026 \u2013 <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoia2ltaV9hbnRvbmVsbGlfbGlua19jbGlja2VkIiwiY2xpY2tUZXh0Ijp0cnVlLCJwYXRoIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZm9ybXVsYTEuY29tL2VuL2RyaXZlcnMva2ltaS1hbnRvbmVsbGkiLCJwYXRoVHlwZSI6ImludGVybmFsIn0=\" href=\"https:\/\/www.formula1.com\/en\/drivers\/kimi-antonelli\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Kimi Antonelli<\/a> continued his stellar start to the season with his third win in a row, holding off Norris and withstanding the pressure. Meanwhile, <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoiY2hhcmxlc19sZWNsZXJjX3NwYW5faGlzX2ZlcnJhcmlfbGF0ZV9vbl9saW5rX2NsaWNrZWQiLCJjbGlja1RleHQiOnRydWUsInBhdGgiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5mb3JtdWxhMS5jb20vZW4vdmlkZW8vMjAyNi1taWFtaS1ncmFuZC1wcml4LWxhc3QtbGFwLXNwaW4tY29zdHMtbGVjbGVyYy10d28tcGxhY2VzLjE4NjQxOTc2MTg5OTA4MTgxOTMiLCJwYXRoVHlwZSI6ImludGVybmFsIn0=\" href=\"https:\/\/www.formula1.com\/en\/video\/2026-miami-grand-prix-last-lap-spin-costs-leclerc-two-places.1864197618990818193\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Charles Leclerc span his Ferrari late on<\/a>, hit the wall and limped home with damage while losing places, before he was then dropped even further down the order with a post-race time penalty.<\/p>\n<p>How can I watch the Miami Grand Prix?<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">Nothing beats being there! Head to <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoiZjFfdGlja2V0c19saW5rX2NsaWNrZWQiLCJjbGlja1RleHQiOnRydWUsInBhdGgiOiJodHRwczovL3RpY2tldHMuZm9ybXVsYTEuY29tL2VuIiwicGF0aFR5cGUiOiJleHRlcm5hbCJ9\" href=\"https:\/\/tickets.formula1.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">F1 Tickets<\/a> to secure your place and catch all the action in person. <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoiZjFfZXhwZXJpZW5jZXNfbGlua19jbGlja2VkIiwiY2xpY2tUZXh0Ijp0cnVlLCJwYXRoIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9mMWV4cGVyaWVuY2VzLmNvbSIsInBhdGhUeXBlIjoiZXh0ZXJuYWwifQ==\" href=\"https:\/\/f1experiences.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">F1 Experiences<\/a> has a great range of premium ticket packages too, getting you closer to Formula 1 than ever before.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">For details of the broadcaster in your area, <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoiY2xpY2tfaGVyZV9saW5rX2NsaWNrZWQiLCJjbGlja1RleHQiOnRydWUsInBhdGgiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5mb3JtdWxhMS5jb20vZW4vaW5mb3JtYXRpb24vZjEtYnJvYWRjYXN0LWluZm9ybWF0aW9uLjQ1eTNMTnNUMUQ2Vm9LMFptWDhjaUoiLCJwYXRoVHlwZSI6ImludGVybmFsIn0=\" href=\"https:\/\/www.formula1.com\/en\/information\/f1-broadcast-information.45y3LNsT1D6VoK0ZmX8ciJ\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"typography-module_body-s-regular__ul7F5 typography-module_md_body-m-regular__d9VRg typography-module_lg_body-l-regular__dPa5z\">You can also watch the drama unfold via <a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoiZjFfdHZfcHJvX2xpbmtfY2xpY2tlZCIsImNsaWNrVGV4dCI6dHJ1ZSwicGF0aCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZjF0di5mb3JtdWxhMS5jb20vIiwicGF0aFR5cGUiOiJleHRlcm5hbCJ9\" href=\"https:\/\/f1tv.formula1.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">F1 TV Pro<\/a> (<a class=\"text-brand-hot-red underline decoration-1 hover:decoration-[3px]\" data-f1rd-a7s-click=\"rich_text_atom_click\" data-f1rd-a7s-context=\"eyJhY3Rpb25UeXBlIjoiaW5fc2VsZWN0ZWRfY291bnRyaWVzX29ubHlfbGlua19jbGlja2VkIiwiY2xpY2tUZXh0Ijp0cnVlLCJwYXRoIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9mMWhlbHAuZm9ybXVsYTEuY29tL2FydGljbGUvTG9jYXRpb24tQXZhaWxhYmlsaXR5P2xhbmd1YWdlPWVuX1VTIiwicGF0aFR5cGUiOiJleHRlcm5hbCJ9\" href=\"https:\/\/f1help.formula1.com\/article\/Location-Availability?language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">in selected countries only<\/a>).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Miami Grand Prix has established itself as one of Formula 1\u2019s most distinctive modern events since joining&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":713904,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[441],"tags":[49,48,578,576,577,82],"class_list":["post-713903","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-formula-1","tag-ca","tag-canada","tag-f1","tag-formula-1","tag-formula1","tag-sports"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/713903","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=713903"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/713903\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/713904"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=713903"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=713903"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=713903"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}