Miami Grand Prix start time moved forward due to severe storm threat
Summary
Organizers have moved the Miami GP start time three hours earlier to 1 PM local time to avoid forecasted severe thunderstorms later in the afternoon. The decision aims to maximize the chance of completing the race safely. Pole-sitter Kimi Antonelli, who has struggled with starts this season, commented on the potential for a wet and unpredictable event under the new 2026 car regulations.
The start time for the Miami Grand Prix has been moved three hours earlier to 1 PM local time (6 PM UK) in a proactive effort to avoid a severe thunderstorm forecast for Sunday afternoon. The decision, made jointly by the FIA, Formula 1, and the local promoter, prioritizes safety and aims to create the best possible window to complete the race. The schedule change comes after Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli secured pole position on Saturday, setting up a potentially chaotic race if wet weather arrives.
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