FIA Decision

F1 advances Miami GP start to 1pm amid thunderstorm threat

May 02, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin Àwòrán tí AI ṣe

Formula 1 officials have moved the start of the 2026 Miami Grand Prix forward by three hours to 1pm local time on Sunday due to forecasts of heavy rain and thunderstorms. The decision followed discussions between the FIA, FOM, and Miami organizers on Saturday evening. The change aims to provide a larger window for completing the race safely before conditions worsen.