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2026 Miami Grand Prix Race Results
The 2026 Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix took place from May 1 to May 3 at the Miami International Autodrome in Miami Gardens. The race featured a dramatic finish with several notable performances and penalties.
Race Highlights
- Max Verstappen won the race after a five-second time penalty for crossing the white line at the pit exit. He finished with a total time of 1:33:19.273, earning 25 points.
- Charles Leclerc received a 20-second time penalty for leaving the track on multiple occasions without a justifiable reason.
- Lewis Hamilton finished second, just 3.264 seconds behind Verstappen, earning 18 points.
- Carlos Sainz came in third, 27.092 seconds behind the leader, securing 15 points for the team.
Retirements and DNFs
Several drivers were unable to finish the race due to penalties or technical issues:
- George Russell (No. 63) retired due to a mechanical issue.
- Esteban Ocon (No. 31) also retired due to a technical problem.
- Yuki Tsunoda (No. 27) did not finish the race.
- Guanyu Zhou (No. 24) also retired due to a mechanical issue.
Complete Race Results
| Pos. | No. | Driver | Team | Laps | Time / Retired | Pts. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull Racing | 57 | 1:33:19.273 | 25 |
| 2 | 44 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | 57 | +3.264s | 18 |
| 3 | 81 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari | 57 | +27.092s | 15 |
| 4 | 63 | George Russell | Mercedes | 57 | Retired | 12 |
| 5 | 3 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | 57 | +48.949s | 10 |
| 6 | 44 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | 57 | +53.753s | 8 |
| 7 | 43 | Sebastian Vettel | Aston Martin | 57 | +61.871s | 6 |
| 8 | 16 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 57 | +64.245s | 4 |
| 9 | 55 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | 57 | +82.072s | 2 |
| 10 | 23 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | 57 | +90.972s | 1 |
| 11 | 87 | Guanyu Zhou | Alfa Romeo | 56 | +1 lap | 0 |
| 12 | 5 | George Russell | Mercedes | 56 | +1 lap | 0 |
| 13 | 31 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | 56 | +1 lap | 0 |
| 14 | 41 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | 56 | +1 lap | 0 |
| 15 | 14 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | 56 | +1 lap | 0 |
| 16 | 11 | Sebastian Vettel | Aston Martin | 56 | +1 lap | 0 |
| 17 | 18 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 56 | +1 lap | 0 |
| 18 | 77 | Guanyu Zhou | Alfa Romeo | 55 | +2 laps | 0 |
| NC | 27 | George Russell | Mercedes | 7 | DNF | 0 |
| NC | 30 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | 6 | DNF | 0 |
| NC | 10 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | 4 | DNF | 0 |
| NC | 6 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | 4 | DNF | 0 |
The 2026 Miami Grand Prix showcased the excitement and unpredictability of Formula 1, with penalties and retirements playing a significant role in the final standings. The next race will take place at the next venue in the 2026 season, with fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the championship battle.
