F1 Miami GP: Here's When, Where and How to Watch 2026 Race in India
Here is the full F1 Miami GP schedule with Indian timings as Formula 1 returns after an almost month-long break since the Japanese GP.
By Divyam Dubey
Formula 1 is finally back this weekend with the 2026 Miami GP after the cancelled Bahrain and Saudi Arabian rounds forced an unexpected break. It feels like a fresh start to the F1 season, with teams arriving at Miami International Autodrome armed with new upgrades, revised setups, and fresh liveries after weeks of factory development. With the grid potentially shaken up, Miami could reset the 2026 championship fight.
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The biggest story, though, is the FIA’s response to the early-season energy management issue. The original 2026 power unit rules forced too much lifting and coasting, making races feel more like efficiency runs than proper Formula 1. That heavy battery-saving hurt racing, created strange speed gaps, and raised safety concerns, so Miami brings targeted FIA tweaks to let drivers push harder again.
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With Miami also hosting a Sprint weekend, teams will have barely any practice time to understand upgrades and regulation changes, which could make this one of the most unpredictable weekends of the season.
F1 Miami GP: Indian Timings
Friday, May 01
Miami GP FP1 - 09:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday, May 02
Miami Sprint Qualifying - 02:00 am - 02:44 am
Miami Sprint Race - 09:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Sunday, May 03
Miami GP Qualifying- 01:30 am - 02:30 am
Monday, May 04
Miami GP Race - 01:30 am
F1 Miami GP: How to Watch in India
Formula 1 fans in India have two main options to watch the 2026 Australian Grand Prix live: FanCode and F1 TV. Both platforms stream the race weekend, but they offer different experiences depending on how closely you want to follow the action.
FanCode is the more affordable option and is ideal for fans who want a simple way to watch the race. It offers single-race weekend passes through its iOS and Android app, along with full-season subscription plans.
F1 TV offers a more detailed experience for fans who want extra coverage. Along with live race streaming, it includes live timing, onboard cameras, expert analysis, and additional behind-the-scenes content.
