Formula 1, the FIA and the Miami Grand Prix promoter moved Sunday’s race start three hours earlier to avoid forecast thunderstorms. The race will now begin at 13:00 local time in Miami.
The Miami Grand Prix has been brought forward by three hours after Formula 1, the FIA and the race promoter moved Sunday’s start time to 13:00 local time.
The change was confirmed after weather forecasts warned of heavier rainstorms later in the afternoon, around the original race window. Reuters reported the planned shift first, and Formula 1 later published the official confirmation.
According to Formula 1, the move was agreed with local organisers and is intended to reduce the risk of disruption and improve the chances of getting the race completed safely.
The timing change affects the main grand prix on Sunday, but no further schedule revisions have been announced so far. Officials will continue to watch the weather closely as Miami prepares for race day.
The updated start means teams and fans will need to adjust to an earlier race window, with the Miami Grand Prix now set for 13:00 local time instead of 16:00.
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