Charles Leclerc and Ferrari have set a blistering pace at the Miami Grand Prix, with the Monegasque driver emerging as the fastest during the opening free practice sessions on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Leclerc topped the timing screens, leading a competitive field that saw Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri trailing closely behind. The early speed suggests a strong setup for the Scuderia as they look to dominate the Miami street circuit.
Further down the order, Lewis Hamilton secured a solid fourth-place position. However, the session provided a mixed bag for Kimi Antonelli; even as the young driver impressed by climbing to fifth, his momentum was halted by engine issues late in the session.
Fans can follow the action as the weekend progresses, with live coverage of the Miami GP and detailed broadcast schedules and streaming options available to track the contenders’ progress toward the checkered flag.
With Ferrari showing early dominance and the championship contenders within striking distance, the battle for pole position is shaping up to be a tight contest. For more updates on the session, Corriere della Sera
provided a detailed look at the live practice results, while La Gazzetta dello Sport
highlighted Ferrari’s explosive start to the weekend.
