Miami International Autodrome

Track Info

Location	Miami Gardens, Florida, USA
Type	Semi-Permanent Street Circuit (around Hard Rock Stadium)
Length	5.412 km (3.363 miles)
Turns	19
Capacity	~80,000
Opened	2022

Track Characteristics

The Miami International Autodrome is built on the roads and parking lots surrounding Hard Rock Stadium, home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins. The circuit was designed to deliver a uniquely American F1 experience, combining high-speed sections with tight technical zones. Three DRS zones provide ample overtaking opportunities, and the long back straight into the Turn 17 chicane is the primary passing spot.

The track's surface was initially very smooth and slippery when it debuted in 2022, but has improved with each passing year. The first sector features a fast blast down to the Turn 1 braking zone, followed by a sequence of medium-speed corners that wind around the stadium. The middle sector contains the challenging Turn 11 chicane and the long straight that runs along a faux marina - complete with water and boats for atmosphere.

Miami's hot and humid conditions create a significant physical challenge for drivers and place heavy stress on tyres and power units. The event has quickly become one of the most glamorous on the calendar, with celebrity attendance, yacht parties (on dry land), and an atmosphere that mixes sport with entertainment in a distinctly South Florida fashion.

Getting There

Nearest Airport	Miami International Airport (MIA), about 25 km south. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) is about 20 km north.
Nearest City	Miami Gardens, FL. Downtown Miami is about 25 km south. Fort Lauderdale is about 30 km north.

2026 Event Info

Race Name	Miami Grand Prix
Round	4 of 22
Sprint Weekend	Yes
TV	Apple TV

Track Record

Lap Record	1:29.708
Record Holder	Max Verstappen (Red Bull, 2023)

Notable Past Races

• 2024: Lando Norris won his maiden Formula 1 Grand Prix in dramatic fashion after a late-race battle with Max Verstappen. A pivotal moment in both Norris's career and the 2024 championship battle.
• 2023: Sergio Perez won in chaotic wet-dry conditions, with multiple safety cars and a red flag. Max Verstappen charged from ninth to second, but Perez held firm for one of his finest victories.
• 2022: The inaugural Miami Grand Prix saw Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen battle intensely, with Verstappen ultimately winning after a late safety car. The event drew massive celebrity attendance and global attention.

Track Facts

• The circuit was built around Hard Rock Stadium, home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins and the annual Orange Bowl.
• The fake marina near the stadium features real water and moored boats, creating a unique visual backdrop for the race.
• Miami is one of three F1 races in the United States (along with Austin and Las Vegas), reflecting the sport's massive growth in the American market.
• The event's paddock area includes a full campus with entertainment, concerts, and hospitality, making it one of the most immersive F1 experiences.

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