The glitz and glamour of Formula 1 returns to the Sunshine State as the 2026 Miami Grand Prix takes over the Miami International Autodrome this weekend.
Following a month-long hiatus due to the cancellation of the Middle Eastern rounds, the paddock arrives in South Florida with Mercedes dominating the early-season standings.All eyes are on the debut of the American-based Cadillac F1 Team, which expands the grid to a historic 22 drivers. From the high-speed straights around Hard Rock Stadium to the star-studded celebrity rows, the fifth edition of the Miami GP is set to be a massive sporting spectacle.
| Category | Information |
| Race Date | Sunday, May 3, 2026 |
| Main Race Time | 4:00 PM ET (1:30 AM IST, Monday) |
| Venue | Miami International Autodrome, Florida |
| Laps | 57 Laps |
| Broadcast | Apple TV (Exclusive in the U.S.) |
What Is The F1 Miami GP 2026 Schedule?
The 2026 Miami Grand Prix follows the high-intensity Sprint format, meaning fans get competitive action on all three days. Friday features the only practice session before the shootout for the Sprint race, while Saturday hosts the Sprint and the main Grand Prix qualifying.
| Day | Session | Time (Local ET) | Time (IST) |
| Friday, May 1 | Practice 1 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM | 9:30 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Friday, May 1 | Sprint Qualifying | 4:30 PM | 2:00 AM (Sat) |
| Saturday, May 2 | Sprint Race | 12:00 PM | 9:30 PM |
| Saturday, May 2 | Grand Prix Qualifying | 4:00 PM | 1:30 AM (Sun) |
| Sunday, May 3 | Miami Grand Prix | 4:00 PM | 1:30 AM (Mon) |
How To Watch The Miami Grand Prix Live In The U.S.?
In a major shift for the 2026 season, Apple TV is now the exclusive home for Formula 1 in the United States. Fans can stream every session live and on demand through the Apple TV app. The service offers multiple viewing options, including the traditional Sky Sports feed, the F1 TV commentary, and dedicated onboard cameras for all 22 drivers. For international viewers, the race remains available on F1 TV Pro and regional broadcasters like Sky Sports F1 in the UK and FanCode in India.
Which Teams And Drivers Are Competing In Miami?
For the first time in modern F1 history, the grid has expanded to 11 teams and 22 drivers following the arrival of Cadillac. The 2026 season has already seen massive moves, with Lewis Hamilton now leading the charge for Ferrari and young sensation Kimi Antonelli spearheading the Mercedes dominance.
- Mercedes: George Russell, Kimi Antonelli
- Ferrari: Charles Leclerc, Lewis Hamilton
- McLaren: Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri
- Red Bull: Max Verstappen, Isack Hadjar
- Cadillac: Sergio Perez, Valtteri Bottas
- Williams: Carlos Sainz, Alex Albon
- Haas: Oliver Bearman, Esteban Ocon
- Alpine: Pierre Gasly, Franco Colapinto
- Audi: Nico Hulkenberg, Gabriel Bortoleto
- Aston Martin: Fernando Alonso, Lance Stroll
- Racing Bulls: Liam Lawson, Arvid Lindblad
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