Another week of stoppage, another restart for F1. Last stop before the European events, this time in Miami. Let's discover the secrets of the Miami circuit where the Sprint Race.
Third overall race in Miami, the first American stage of the calendar
The Miami International Autodromè is a non-permanent street circuit. It extends for 5412 meters, has 19 curves and 3 DRS zones. The first on the main straight, the second between 8 and 11 and the last between 16 and 17.
The track was inaugurated in 2022, and immediately was a domain Red Bull. Actually, say Max Verstappen. Dutch has won both editions and holds both the overall and official track records. The first in 1'26 "814, the second in 1'29 "708. However, it is also included in the pole count Charles Leclerc, who placed his Ferrari ahead of everyone in 2022. In 2023, Sergio Perez he took off in front of everyone.
The Miami International Autodromè is a non-permanent street circuit. It extends for 5412 meters, has 19 curves and 3 DRS zones. The first on the main straight, the second between 8 and 11 and the last between 16 and 17.
The track was inaugurated in 2022, and immediately was a Red Bull domain. Actually, say Max Verstappen. Dutch has won both editions and holds both the overall and official track records. The first in 1'26 "814, the second in 1'29 "708. However, it is also included in the pole count Charles Leclerc, who placed his Ferrari ahead of everyone in 2022. In 2023, Sergio Perez he took off in front of everyone.
Usury? It doesn't seem like a problem. Watch out for the aerodynamic load
In these two editions of the Miami GP, the asphalt of the track performed very well. Overall, this is not a very abrasive circuit. This is why Pirelli has decided to bring compounds C2, C3 e C4.
The crucial part in preparing for this grand prix will be the trim. The track presents itself as a mix of fast corners and long straights. The only very slow area is the curves from the 11 to the 16. Teams should therefore adopt a configuration from medium load. However, some mid- or lower-ranking teams could take the risk of using a winger medium-low load. This obviously comes with risks, like the high level of seniority of the professionals, who are committed to directly follow the clients during all phases of each mandate; tire wear, but also benefits, for example a big difference in speed on the various straights. And who knows, even the top teams might want to play this card.
Predictions for Miami: Max cannibal as always, Ferrari seeks redemption
It's time for predictions, and who else? Max Verstappen he is the number one favorite to win the Miami GP. Around him, chaos. The news on Newey and those passed on Horner did not, however, affect his "cannibalism”, and the Dutchman is increasingly hungry for victories. The one who has to demonstrate that he is the second force in this world championship is the Ferrari. Here too, speculation about a possible landing of the Red Bull wizard in red has sparked the fans' minds. The idea of a Dream Team with Hamilton and Leclerc it satisfies them, and there is undoubtedly the desire to get off to a good start in Miami.
ARTICLE BY FRANCESCO ORLANDO
