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Crash.net’s Lewis Larkam considers some of the biggest questions heading into the F1 Miami Grand Prix.
The 2026 Formula 1 season resumes this weekend in Miami after a five-week break due to the cancellation of races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia because of the Iran War.
Teams have had time to work on their cars during this break and the FIA introduced rule tweaks to address concerns. The aim is to improve energy management in qualifying and minimize safety risks during races.
Although the drivers and teams generally support the rule changes, the impact on racing dynamics is still uncertain. Fans will have to see how the tweaks play out in Miami to gauge their effectiveness.
Mercedes has dominated the season so far, but the break may have allowed their rivals to close the gap. Will Mercedes maintain its lead or will other teams catch up during the Miami Grand Prix weekend?
The big question remains whether these adjustments and team improvements will be enough to satisfy even the harshest critics like Max Verstappen in the competitive 2026 F1 season.
