THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO MIAMI'S BIG RACEFROM A TO Z

A new and improved Miami International Autodrome track isn't the only exciting enhancement, writes

Casey Brennan

G- GONDOLAS

Known as the Heineken Highline, the 12 cable-cabin, glassfloor open-air gondolas provide fans with a bird’s-eye view across the Miami International Autodrome.

H- HARD ROCK STADIUM

A global entertainment destination and cultural curator of world-class events, Hard Rock Stadium is the centerpiece of the Formula 1 Miami Campus and is home to the Miami Dolphins and the Miami Open tennis tournament, presented by Itaú.

I- INTERNSHIPS

Last year the circuit provided 12 internships to students from nearby Florida Memorial University and St. Thomas University and residents; this year the internship program has expanded to welcome 23 students from the local area.

J- JOBS AND EMPLOYMENT

Initial planning of the Miami International Autodrome started in the spring of 2019; the overall economic impact had reached $350 million and supported more than $100 million in salaries and wages for over 3,000 local workers.

R- RACE STATS

The inaugural Miami Grand Prix was won by Max Verstappen, who completed the 57 laps in 1 hour 34 minutes and 24.258 seconds. His margin of victory was 3.786 seconds from Charles Leclerc and he set the fastest race lap time of 1 minute and 31.361 seconds.

S- SPEEDS

The highest top speed recorded at the end of the straight in the 2022 race was 214.75 mph, set by Kevin Magnussen in the Haas. The average speed for the 57 laps of last year’s race was 121.70 mph.

T- TURNS

Planning for Miami International Autodrome began in 2019 in which originally 45 different layout iterations of were drawn; the anticlockwise course features 19 turns in total, seven righthanders and 12 left.

U- UNDERSTEER

It’s the sensation in a race car that all drivers dislike. To understeer going into a corner means the front of the car washes out and runs wide. There is no front-end grip and the result is often contact with the wall. In contrast, oversteer is when the rear of the car steps out of line and causes a driver to spin off.

K- KARTING

Students part of the F1 in Schools program took part in a karting event and have received tickets to this year’s Miami Grand Prix. The program is dedicated to introducing students to design, engineering and teamwork.

L- LOGAN SARGEANT

Seven years since Alex Rossi was the last American to compete full-time in F1, South Florida-native Logan Sargeant lines up for Williams on the starting grid in 2023.

M- MIA MARGARITA

Once again, the Herradura Ultra MIA Margarita will be the signature cocktail of the event, serving up its unmistakable blend of tequila, triple sec and lime juice, served with salt on the rim of the glass.

The Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix is back—and this year’s Miami International Autodrome is better than ever. Taking place at the Hard Rock Stadium from May 5-7, the big race weekend will draw top talent from the Grand Prix scene including Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc, Carlos Sainz and 2022 winner Max Verstappen.

The Miami International Autodrome track at Hard Rock Stadium is the first circuit to be designed by and with the support of Formula 1. It has the capacity to hold 65,000 fans and features a 5.41-kilometer circuit length with 19 corners and three straights with top speeds estimated to be a staggering 200 miles per hour. Fans can attend with a variety of ticket options, including Grandstand, Campus

A- APP

The official Miami Grand Prix app gives fans the chance to manage their electronic tickets and explore the campus with an interactive 3D map.

B- BEACH CLUB

The Hard Rock Beach Club, located on the outside of Turns 11-13, is where South Beach meets Formula with pools, multiple bars and all-day cuisine.