The 2026 Miami Grand Prix promises excitement, with an earlier start to dodge potential rain. Pole-sitter Kimi Antonelli battles alongside Max Verstappen, while Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris look to challenge from the second row.
Round four of the 2026 Formula 1 season lands in Miami, where the weather has already played its hand by moving the start time from 4 PM to 1 PM local time to avoid rain. On pole, Mercedes' young star Kimi Antonelli will line up alongside Max Verstappen. Meanwhile, Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris will start from the second row, with the latter hoping to capitalize on his recent Sprint victory.
George Russell of Mercedes shared his thoughts on racing in wet conditions, noting, "Every wet race tells a different story." He admitted that Miami's low grip track hasn't been his favorite, but he remains optimistic.
Charles Leclerc has shown speed throughout the weekend, narrowly missing out on P2 to Verstappen's late lap. Starting third in his Ferrari, he's well-positioned to make a move early, especially with an upgraded package that could surprise many.
Lando Norris, riding high from his Sprint win, finds himself in fourth. Though his McLaren seemed unstoppable earlier, the competition caught up, underscoring how tight the field is this season.
As the race approaches, all eyes will be on the sky and the track, with drivers like Leclerc and Norris poised to seize any opportunity that comes their way.