MiamiGrand Prix

The Miami International Autodrome is considered a temporary circuit, although the way it’s designed and constructed intends for it to have a more permanent feel.

It’s built around the iconic Hard Rock Stadium which is host to the Miami Dolphins – the city’s National Football League team. However, that wasn’t always the plan. F1, the promoters and the circuit design team had been looking at a Downtown Miami location back in the summer of 2017, but decided that Miami Gardens was the place to be. Since the idea of a Miami Grand Prix came about, there were 75 layout variations dreamed up before they decided on what we race on today!

A lap stretches over 5.412km – the same length as the Bahrain International Circuit – and consists of 19 corners. There are three long straights, three DRS zones and both Lewis and George will experience some evaluation changes around the second half of the lap between Turns 13 and 16. Track evolution here is high, but downforce levels are average and cars could reach a top speed of 320kmh (199mph).

Being in the beautiful Florida sun, high temperatures can play a big part in the weekend. Unfortunately, there will be no chance to take a dip in the now-famous fake ‘marina’ harbour, but hydration and simulations of the warm weather conditions are important factors when it comes to training and driving for these hot races. The car itself needs to stay cool too, with fluids, internal parts like radiators and turbochargers and outer aerodynamics all playing their part to keep the W15 as cool and efficient as possible.