Formula 1 will have an important change at the 2026 Miami GP. The race was moved up by three hours due to the forecast of heavy rain.
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The decision directly changes the Sunday schedule and aims to avoid interruptions or even the impossibility of holding the race. The new start will be at 1 p.m. local time, 2 p.m. Brasília time.
According to an official statement from the FIA, Formula 1, and the event organizers, the change was made after analyzing the weather conditions. “The decision was made to ensure the least possible impact on the race and to guarantee the largest window to complete the Grand Prix under the best conditions, prioritizing the safety of drivers, fans, teams, and staff,” the statement said.
The forecast indicates more intense storms precisely during the period when the race was originally scheduled. Therefore, the advancement aims to reduce risks and avoid long interruptions during the event.
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With the change, the starting grid remains unchanged, with Kimi Antonelli on pole position for Mercedes. Max Verstappen starts alongside him on the front row, opening the fight for victory in Miami.
The change reinforces the category’s concern with safety and logistics, especially in the face of adverse weather conditions that have already impacted previous sessions in Formula 1.
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