P1racenews AI automatic summary:
With just one practice session to get up to speed around the Miami International Autodrome, teams are under pressure to get their set-ups right ahead of the grand prix.
The practice session in Miami focused on gathering data before the competitive sessions began, posing a challenge due to limited time for setup adjustments. Max Verstappen secured pole position for the sprint race, with Charles Leclerc close behind. However, Verstappen showed slower long-run times compared to some rivals, such as Lando Norris in the McLaren. The RED Bull team has a history of strong race pace, but Verstappen’s performance raised questions, possibly due to differences in fuel load. The practice session revealed Norris, Sainz, and Piastri’s faster long-run times compared to Verstappen, indicating potential strategic differences in fuel levels and tire compounds. The upcoming sprint race will provide clarity on Red Bull’s true competitiveness in Miami and if a rival team could challenge their dominance.
