The 2026 Miami Grand Prix is set for May 1, marking a return to action after a five-week break in the F1 calendar. Teams are eager to showcase their upgrades during this Sprint weekend format.
Key details of the Sprint weekend:
- The weekend includes a single practice session, Sprint Qualifying, a Sprint race, and Grand Prix Qualifying.
- Practice 1 on Friday will last for 90 minutes, longer than the usual duration.
- The Sprint race will cover a distance of 100 kilometers on Saturday.
Kimi Antonelli leads the championship heading into this event. Mercedes has dominated the season so far, winning all three races. Rivals Ferrari and McLaren will be looking to challenge that dominance.
The points system for the Sprint awards a total of 36 points to the top eight finishers. Specifically, 8 points go to first place, 7 points for second, and so on down to fourth place.
Kim Kardashian is widely expected to make her first appearance in the garage this season. This adds an extra layer of excitement around the event.
The calendar reshuffle followed cancellations of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This has made each race increasingly crucial for teams and drivers alike.