2025 Miami Grand Prix: Race Times, UK Viewing, and What Sets This F1 Circuit Apart

Countdown to the 2025 Miami Grand Prix: What You Need to Know

The Miami Grand Prix is quickly becoming one of Formula 1's can't-miss weekends. Set against the glitz and energy of Miami, this year’s event runs May 2-4 and packs in more action than ever at the Miami Grand Prix’s sun-soaked circuit. The sixth race of the season, it draws not just F1 regulars but also fans of up-and-coming series like F1 Academy and Porsche Carrera Cup North America. So, what’s in store this year?

First up, let’s talk schedule. Friday sets the pace with F1 Academy practice at 10:05, followed by the first big Formula 1 practice at 12:30. If you’re more into drama, make sure to catch Sprint Qualifying at 16:30, when drivers risk it all for their starting positions. Into Saturday, the F1 Academy returns at 10:25 for qualifying, but the real buzz comes with the Sprint Race at noon—short, sharp, and always unpredictable. Qualifying for Sunday’s main event happens later, kicking off at 16:00. On race day, it’s chaos and excitement from the Porsche Carrera Cup at 10:15 all the way to the Grand Prix itself at 16:00.

If you’re a UK viewer, you’ll need to adjust your schedule—a recurring headache for European F1 fans. The lights go out for Sunday’s race at 21:00 BST (so prep your snacks and coffee). Want to catch the Sprint? That’s Saturday at 17:00 BST, while qualifying fires up later that night at 21:00 BST. Not exactly a lazy weekend, but totally worth it if you’re a UK Times regular chasing that race-day thrill.

Miami International Autodrome: More Than Just Palm Trees

This 5.41 km circuit makes drivers work for it. With 19 corners—some sharp, some sweeping—it rewards the brave and punishes the sloppy. Three DRS zones could be opened up, making for edge-of-your-seat overtaking down Miami’s long straights. Top speed? Expect to see the cars touch 320 km/h as they gun it past the iconic Hard Rock Stadium backdrop.

But what really sets the Miami Circuit apart are the details. There’s a stretch between Turns 13 and 16 where the track dips and rises, catching out anyone who dares to get too comfortable. The uphill chicane at Turns 14-15 throws in just enough unpredictability to make even the most experienced drivers sweat. As for the weather? That’s always a wild card in Miami. Nothing official yet, which means rain or shine, drivers need to be ready for anything. Smart fans will keep an eye on the local forecast right up to race weekend.

The fun doesn’t stop with F1, either. The weekend brings support races from the F1 Academy—where tomorrow’s stars push for recognition—and the ever-competitive Porsche Carrera Cup North America. If you score a ticket, expect autograph sessions and a fan zone buzzing with music, Miami flavor, and some of the world’s fastest machines all jostling for your attention.

Since bursting onto the calendar in 2022, the Miami GP has been all about combining unforgettable racing with an atmosphere only South Florida can deliver. So whether you’re tuning in from London, lounging near the paddock, or refreshing race times on your phone, the 2025 Miami Grand Prix promises high-speed drama you can feel in your chest.