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2026 F1 Miami Grand Prix: Full Friday practice results after FP1
The 2026 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix kicked off with a 90-minute FP1 session on Friday, where Charles Leclerc and Ferrari showed strong performance in their updated car.
After a five-week hiatus due to conflicts in the Middle East, F1 action resumes this weekend in Miami.
The FIA decided to extend FP1 in Miami to 90 minutes to accommodate new power unit regulations.
Teams and drivers will only have this session to practice on the sprint weekend in Miami.
Ferrari impressed with significant car updates, as Charles Leclerc set the fastest time in FP1 with 1m29.310s, ahead of Max Verstappen in the Red Bull with a new ‘Macarena’ rear wing.
Other notable results include Oscar Piastri in third for McLaren and Mercedes facing challenges early in the weekend.
