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Max Verstappen Secures Pole for Miami Grand Prix as Championship Battle Intensifies

The 2025 Miami Grand Prix begins at 4:00 PM ET today, with Verstappen, Norris, and Piastri vying for critical points in a tightly contested season.

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Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain driving the (44) Scuderia Ferrari SF-25 leads Alexander Albon of Thailand driving the (23) Williams FW47 Mercedes on track during the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at Miami International Autodrome on May 03, 2025 in Miami, Florida.

Overview

  • The Miami Grand Prix, the first of three U.S. races this season, will be held at the 5.41 km Miami International Autodrome with 57 laps scheduled.
  • Max Verstappen leads the starting grid after claiming pole position in Saturday's qualifying, with Lando Norris starting second and Oscar Piastri fourth.
  • Oscar Piastri remains at the top of the championship standings with 99 points, followed by Norris with 89 and Verstappen with 87.
  • The Sprint race on Saturday, held in wet conditions, saw Lando Norris claim victory, boosting his championship points total.
  • Fans can watch the Grand Prix live on ABC, ESPN+, and Disney+, with extensive coverage available through F1 TV Pro and other streaming platforms.