Overview

• Kimi Antonelli, at 18 years old, claimed his maiden sprint pole in Miami, setting a record as the youngest polesitter in any F1 format.
• Oscar Piastri, the current championship leader, secured second place in sprint qualifying, with teammate Lando Norris in third.
• Piastri led the sole practice session earlier in the day, continuing his strong form after three wins in the first five races of the season.
• The FIA issued McLaren a warning after tools were mistakenly left in Norris’s cockpit during practice, sparking an investigation into safety procedures.
• The Miami Grand Prix has been extended on the F1 calendar through 2041, reinforcing the sport’s commitment to its U.S. expansion strategy.