Miami Grand Prix start time brought forward
The fourth Grand Prix of 2026 will now start three hours earlier than scheduled owing to weather concerns
Published
03 MAY 2026
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This evening, the FIA and Formula 1 confirmed that the 2026 Miami Grand Prix will begin at 13:00 local time, three hours earlier than previously scheduled, owing to weather concerns.
In a statement, the FIA shared:
Following discussions between FIA, FOM and the Miami promoter, the decision has been taken to move the start of Sunday's Miami Grand Prix to 13:00 local time in Miami due to the weather forecast that is expected to bring heavier rainstorms later in the afternoon close to the original planned race start time.
This decision has been taken to ensure the least amount of disruption to the race, and to ensure the maximum possible window to complete the Grand Prix in the best conditions and to prioritise the safety of drivers, fans, teams and staff.
With this in mind, don’t forget to make your Pit Wall Predictions and Tyre or Lower guesses before the earlier cut-off time.
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