The first of three US grand prixs this season is upon us. Slightly controversial among fans with regards to the guest list, but no doubt it will still be a great race.
It is also the Floridian rookie's, Logan Sargeant, first home race, so hopefully all goes well for him here.
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Miami Schedule (BST)
Friday 5th May 2023:
Free Practice 1: 19:00-20:00
Free Practice 2: 22:30-23:30
Saturday 6th May 2023:
Free Practice 3: 17:30-18:30
Qualifying: 21:00-22:00
Sunday 7th May 2023:
The Race: 20:30
About The Track
The Miami International Autodrome held its first GP last season, having been announced in April 2021.
The idea of hosting a Grand Prix in Miami has been around for several years, but it was only in 2018 that serious discussions began to take place. The Miami race was initially supposed to debut in 2019, but various delays and opposition from local residents and businesses pushed the debut back to 2022.
The circuit has 3 DRS zones.
The race will have 57 laps of the 5.412km circuit.
The lap record was set by Max Verstappen at 1:31.361.
The circuit winds its way through the streets of downtown Miami and around the Hard Rock Stadium, the home of the Miami Dolphins NFL team. The circuit has been designed to be fast and challenging, with long straights and tight corners.
The Miami Grand Prix is part of a wider strategy by Formula One to expand its reach in the United States, which is seen as a key growth market for the sport. The United States has a long history with motor racing, with iconic events such as the Indianapolis 500 and the Daytona 500 attracting large crowds.
Free Practice Updates
Free Practice 1 -
Times by Teams:
Alfa Romeo
Valtteri Bottas: P14. 1:31.902. Completed 24 laps.
Zhou Guanyu: P17. 1:32.134. Completed 22 laps.
AlphaTauri
Yuki Tsunoda: P18. 1:32.169. Completed 28 laps.
Nyck De Vries: P20. 1:34.637. Completed 10 laps.
Alpine
Esteban Ocon: P10. 1:31.542. Completed 27 laps.
Pierre Gasly: P6. 1:31.104. Completed 20 laps.
Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso: P7. 1:31.231. Completed 24 laps.
Lance Stroll: P8. 1:31.337. Completed 24 laps.
Ferrari
Carlos Sainz: P5. 1:30.724. Completes 23 laps.
Charles Leclerc: P3. 1:30.449. Completed 23 laps.
Haas
Kevin Magnussen: P13. 1:31.853. Completed 25 laps.
Nico Hulkenberg: P9. 1:31.392. Completed 14 laps.
Hulkenberg did have a small crash about halfway through the session which saw the session momentarily suspended whilst his car was recovered. He was fine, but it did cause a panic for the Haas garage to get it ready for FP2.
McLaren
Lando Norris: P16. 1:31.997. Completed 23 laps.
Oscar Piastri: P12. 1:31.810. Completed 24 laps.
Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton: P2. 1:30.337. Completed 24 laps.
George Russell: P1. 1:30.125. Completed 18 laps.
Red Bull
Max Verstappen: P4. 1:30.449 Completed 23 laps.
Sergio Perez: P11. 1:31.566. Completed 22 laps.
Williams
Alex Albon: P15. 1:31.903. Completed 25 laps.
Logan Sargeant: P19. 1:32.619. Completed 27 laps.
Overall Results of FP1:
Position | Driver | Team | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | George Russell | Mercedes | 1:30.125 |
2 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | +0.212 |
3 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | +0.324 |
4 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | +0.424 |
5 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari | +0.599 |
6 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | +0.979 |
7 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | +1.106 |
8 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | +1.212 |
9 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | +1.267 |
10 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | +1.417 |
11 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull | +1.441 |
12 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | +1.685 |
13 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas | +1.728 |
14 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | +1.777 |
15 | Alex Albon | Williams | +1.778 |
16 | Lando Norris | McLaren | +1.872 |
17 | Zhou Guanyu | Alfa Romeo | +2.009 |
18 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | +2.044 |
19 | Logan Sargeant | Williams | +2.494 |
20 | Nyck De Vries | AlphaTauri | +4.512 |
Free Practice 2 -
Times by Teams:
Alfa Romeo
Valtteri Bottas: P14. 1:29.189. Completed 25 laps.
Zhou Guanyu: P13. 1:29.181. Completed 26 laps.
AlphaTauri
Yuki Tsunoda: P18. 1:29.613. Completed 24 laps.
Nyck De Vries: P19. 1:29.928. Completed 24 laps.
Alpine
Esteban Ocon: P9. 1:28.937. Completed 24 laps.
Pierre Gasly: P11. 1:29.098. Completed 21 laps.
Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso: P5. 1:28.660. Completed 24 laps.
Lance Stroll: P8. 1:28.930. Completed 22 laps.
Ferrari
Carlos Sainz: P2. 1:28.315. Completed 25 laps.
Charles Leclerc: P3. 1:28.398. Completed 20 laps.
Towards the end of the session, Leclerc went into the barriers at Turn 7 causing the second red flag of the day.
Haas
Kevin Magnussen: P12. 1:29.171. Completed 21 laps.
Nico Hulkenberg: P17. 1:29.393. Completed 22 laps.
McLaren
Lando Norris: P6. 1:28.858. Completed 23 laps.
Oscar Piastri: P16. 1:29.339. Completed 23 laps.
Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton: P7. 1:28.858. Completed 22 laps.
George Russell: P15. 1:29.216. Completed 20 laps.
Red Bull
Max Verstappen: P1. 1:27.930. Completed 22 laps.
Sergio Perez: P4. 1:28.419. Completed 23 laps.
Williams
Alex Albon: P10. 1:29.046. Completed 25 laps.
Logan Sargeant: P20. 1:30.038. Completed 26 laps.
Overall Results of FP2:
Position | Driver | Team | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 1:27.930 |
2 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari | +0.385 |
3 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | +0.468 |
4 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull | +0.489 |
5 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | +0.730 |
6 | Lando Norris | McLaren | +0.811 |
7 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | +0.928 |
8 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | +1.000 |
9 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | +1.007 |
10 | Alex Albon | Williams | +1.116 |
11 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | +1.168 |
12 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas | +1.241 |
13 | Zhou Guanu | Alfa Romeo | +1.251 |
14 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | +1.259 |
15 | George Russell | Mercedes | +1.286 |
16 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | +1.409 |
17 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | +1.463 |
18 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | +1.683 |
19 | Nyck De Vries | AlphaTauri | +1.998 |
20 | Logan Sargeant | Williams | +2.108 |
Free Practice 3:
Times by Teams:
Alfa Romeo
Valtteri Bottas: P7. 1:28.456. Completed 19 laps.
Zhou Guanyu: P15. 1:29.074. Completed 19 laps.
AlphaTauri
Yuki Tsunoda: P16. 1:29.179. Completed 20 laps.
Nyck De Vries: P20. 1:29.447. Completed 22 laps.
Alpine
Esteban Ocon: P5. 1:28.407. Completed 25 laps.
Pierre Gasly: P6. 1:28.428. Completed 24 laps.
Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso: P12. 1:28.618. Completed 24 laps.
Lance Stroll: P14. 1:28.723. Completed 24 laps.
Ferrari
Carlos Sainz: P4. 1:28.125. Completed 27 laps.
Charles Leclerc: P2. 1:27.941. Completed 26 laps.
Haas
Kevin Magnussen: P11. 1:28.607. Completed 14 laps.
Nico Hulkenberg: P8. 1:28.497. Completed 16 laps.
McLaren
Lando Norris: P19. 1:29.401. Completed 18 laps.
Oscar Piastri: P18. 1:29.375. Completed 18 laps.
Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton: P13. 1:28.718. Completed 23 laps.
George Russell: P10. 1:28.606. Completed 20 laps.
Red Bull
Max Verstappen: P1. 1:27.535. Completed 18 laps.
Sergio Perez: P3. `:28.941. Completed 22 laps.
Williams
Alex Albon: P9. 1:28.561. Completed 20 laps.
Logan Sargeant: P17. 1:29.264. Completed 20 laps.
Overall Results of FP3:
Position | Driver | Team | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 1:27.535 |
2 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | +0.406 |
3 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull | +0.515 |
4 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari | +0.590 |
5 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | +0.872 |
6 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | +0.893 |
7 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | +0.921 |
8 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | +0.962 |
9 | Alex Albon | Williams | +1.026 |
10 | George Russell | Mercedes | +1.071 |
11 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas | +1.072 |
12 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | +1.083 |
13 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | +1.183 |
14 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | +1.188 |
15 | Zhou Guanyu | Alfa Romeo | +1.539 |
16 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | +1.644 |
17 | Logan Sargeant | Williams | +1.729 |
18 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | +1.840 |
19 | Lando Norris | McLaren | +1.866 |
20 | Nyck De Vries | AlphaTauri | +1.912 |
Qualifying Updates
Eliminated in Q1 -
Lando Norris
Logan Sargeant
Yuki Tsunoda
Oscar Piastri
Lance Stroll
Eliminated in Q2 -
Alex Albon
Nyck De Vries
Nico Hulkenberg
Zhou Guanyu
Lewis Hamilton
OVERALL RESULTS OF QUALIFYING:
*this does not take into account any penalties, final starting grid can be found under 'The Race' section*
The time listed shows the driver's fastest qualifying lap for their respective final qualifying sessions. Blue is for Q3, red is for Q2, and no background colour is Q1. For the driver's times for Q1, Q2, Q3, see below in 'Qualifying Results by Team'.
Position | Driver | Team | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull | 1:26.841 |
2 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | 1:27.202 |
3 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari | 1:27.349 |
4 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas | 1:27.767 |
5 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | 1:27.786 |
6 | George Russell | Mercedes | 1:27.804 |
7 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 1:27.861 |
8 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | 1:27.935 |
9 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | *1:26.814 |
10 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | *1:27.564 |
11 | Alex Albon | Williams | 1:27.795 |
12 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | 1:27.903 |
13 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | 1:27.975 |
14 | Zhou Guanyu | Alfa Romeo | 1:28.091 |
15 | Nyck De Vries | AlphaTauri | 1:28.395 |
16 | Lando Norris | McLaren | 1:28.394 |
17 | Yuki Tsunoda | Alphatauri | 1:28.429 |
18 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | 1:28.476 |
19 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | 1:28.484 |
20 | Logan Sargeant | Williams | 1:28.577 |
*Verstappen and Bottas had not set a Q3 time before the session was red flagged, so this is their Q2 time.
Times by Teams:
Alfa Romeo
Valtteri Bottas: P10. Q1 = 1:27.864. Q2 = 1:27.564. Q3 = No Time.
Zhou Guanyu: P14. Q1 = 1:28.180. Q2 = 1:28.091.
AlphaTauri
Yuki Tsunoda: P17. Q1 = 1:28.429.
Nyck De Vries: P15. Q1 = 1:28.325. Q2 = 1:28.395.
Alpine
Esteban Ocon: P8. Q1 = 1:27.872. Q2 = 1:27.444. Q3 = 1:27.935.
Pierre Gasly: P5. Q1 = 1:28.061. Q2 = 1:27.612. Q3 = 1:27.786.
Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso: P2. Q1 = 1:28.179. Q2 = 1:27.091. Q3 = 1:27.202.
Lance Stroll: P18. Q1 = 1:28.476.
Ferrari
Carlos Sainz: P3. Q1 = 1:27.686. Q2 = 1:27.097. Q3 = 1:27.202.
Charles Leclerc: P7. Q1 = 1:27.713. Q2 = 1:26.964. Q3 = 1:27.861.
Leclerc spins out with 2 minutes to go, and ends up in the barrier, when on his flying lap.
Haas
Kevin Magnussen: P4. Q1 = 1:27.809. Q2 = 1:27.673. Q3 = 1:27.767.
Nico Hulkenberg: P12. Q1 = 1:27.945. Q2 = 1:27.903.
McLaren
Lando Norris: P16. Q1 = 1:28.394.
Oscar Piastri: P19. Q1 = 1:28.476.
Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton: P13. Q1 = 1:27.846. Q2 = 1:27.975.
George Russell: P6. Q1 = 1:28.086. Q2 = 1:27.743. Q3 = 1:27.804.
Red Bull
Max Verstappen: P9. Q1 = 1:27.363. Q2 = 1:26.814. Q3 = No Time.
Sergio Perez: P1 = Q1 = 1:27.713. Q2 = 1:27.328. Q3 = 1:26.841.
Williams
Alex Albon: P11. Q1 = 1:28.234. Q2 = 1:27.795.
Logan Sargeant: P20. Q1 = 1:28.577.
Pre-race Penalties
No pre-race penalties.
The Race
Starting Grid:
Position | Driver | Team |
|---|---|---|
1 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull |
2 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin |
3 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari |
4 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas |
5 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine |
6 | George Russell | Mercedes |
7 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari |
8 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine |
9 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
10 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo |
11 | Alex Albon | Williams |
12 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas |
13 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes |
14 | Zhou Guanyu | Alfa Romeo |
15 | Nyck De Vries | AlphaTauri |
16 | Lando Norris | McLaren |
17 | Yuki Tsundoda | AlphaTauri |
18 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin |
19 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren |
20 | Logan Sargeant | Williams |
Race Updates:
Lap 1 - Perez gets away incredibly, with Sainz on Alonso's heels. There's some disruption at the back of the pack with Norris having to go off the track and rejoin after De Vries made contact - De Vries is relegated to P20. Gasly is up to P4, Russell up to P5, Leclerc up to P6, and Magnussen down to P7.
Lap 3 - Sargeant pits as he has damage to his front wing, making it a longer pit stop (28.7 seconds) and leaving him at P20 when he rejoins the track.
Lap 4 - Leclerc manages to overtake Magnussen, yet coming out of the corner, Verstappen switches to the right hand side and takes both the Haas and Ferrari in a double overtake. Magnussen is also able to get the tow and reclaim his position in front of Leclerc.
Lap 9 - Verstappen is able to overtake Russell and moves himself up into P5. Russell reports 'big vibrations on the brakes'.
Lap 10 - Verstappen repeats the move on Gasly into the straight and moves up into P4. Russell uses this to also make the move on Gasly and moves up int P5.
Lap 11 - A DRS train is forming from P10 to P16, with Bottas, Hulkenberg, Albon, and Hamilton in the battle for 10th.
Lap 13 - Leclerc is able to make a move on Magnussen into Turn 1, Magnussen quickly reclaims his spot and the battle continues. Ocon is following closely ready to get in on the overtake of Leclerc.
Lap 14 - Verstappen is able to overtake Sainz just before the apex of Turn 11, placing himself in podium position.
Lap 15 - Magnussen pits for hards and rejoins P17. Verstappen manages to overtake on Alonso and is now only 3 seconds behind Perez.
Lap 16 - Bottas and De Vries pit for hards. They rejoin P16 and P19.
Lap 18 - Russell and Leclerc pit for hards. They rejoin P12 and P15.
Lap 19 - Sainz puts for hards, locking up slightly. He rejoins P7.
Lap 20 - Sainz makes the move on Hamilton down the inside, taking P6.
Lap 21 - Perez pits for hards, with an incredible pit stop of 2.2 seconds. He rejoins P4. Sainz also makes the move on Hulkenberg and claims P5.
Lap 22 - Albon pits for hards and rejoins P17. Sainz is given a 5 second penalty for speeding in the pit lane.
Lap 24 - Russell is on the radio asking his engineers to 'check the front wing'. Christian Horner confirms that Perez and Verstappen will be racing eachother should, and when, Perez reclaims P2. Verstappen is still P1, with Alonso P2, Perez is P3. Russell makes the overtake on Stroll and is up into P9.
Lap 25 - Alonso pits for hards and comes out P5 behind Sainz. Gasly makes the move on Stroll and makes his way into the points.
Lap 26 - Russell is able to overtake Tsunoda to take P8.
Lap 27 - Alonso overtakes Sainz, but Sainz is still on Alonso's tail as Alonso struggles to pull away.
Lap 28 - Russell overtakes Hulkenberg into P7, following Hamilton who is now P6.
Lap 30 - Piastri is reported to have a long braking problem, suspected to be a mechanical issue, explaining his 11 second gap between him in P18 and his teammate Norris in P17. Sainz is able to overtake Ocon and reclaim P4.
Lap 33 - Hamilton allows Russell past as part of team orders to not race each other and focus on the battle with Ocon.
Lap 34 - Hulkenberg pits for a set of mediums and rejoins P16.
Lap 37 - Leclerc finally manages to get past Magnussen into the final turn, but Magnussen is then able to reclaim P10 into Turn 1. In other bad news for Ferrari, Russel overtakes Sainz to take P4.
Lap 38 - Leclerc overtakes Magnussen once again and does manage to pull away, preventing Magnussen from pulling a switch-a-roo again.
Lap 43 - Stroll pits for mediums and rejoins P15.
Lap 45 - Verstappen finally pits for mediums, rejoing P2 whilst Perez is now P1.
Lap 48 - Verstappen and Perez are wheel to wheel down into Turn 1, Verstappen takes the victory of the battle and is back into P1. If Verstappen can hold onto this, it will be the first victory from P9 since Lauda in 1984. He will also equal Sebastian Vettel's record of wins iat Red Bull.
Lap 52 - Stroll is able to overtake Bottas and takes P12, he now chases Tsunoda in attempts for P11.
Lap 57 - It's another 1-2 for Red bull, with Alonso taking this 4th podium this season with P3.
Fastest Lap: Max Verstappen - 1:29.708
Race Results:
Position | Driver | Team | Gap | Pit Stops |
|---|
1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull | +5.384 | 1 |
3 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | +26.305 | 1 |
4 | George Russell | Mercedes | +33.229 | 1 |
5 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari | +42.511 | 1 |
6 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | +51.249 | 1 |
7 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | +52.988 | 1 |
8 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | +55.670 | 1 |
9 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | +58.123 | 1 |
10 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas | +62.945 | 1 |
11 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | +64.309 | 1 |
12 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | +64.754 | 1 |
13 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | +71.637 | 1 |
14 | Alex Albon | Williams | +72.861 | 1 |
15 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | +74.950 | 1 |
16 | Zhou Guanyu | Alfa Romeo | +78.440 | 1 |
17 | Lando Norris | McLaren | +87.717 | 1 |
18 | Nyck De Vries | Alphatauri | +88.949 | 1 |
19 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | +1 Lap | 1 |
20 | Logan Sargeant | Williams | +1 Lap | 1 |
Driver of the Day: Max Verstappen
Any Other News
04/05/23: It has been revealed by ESPN F1 that, apparently, Brad Pitt is set to race against the 20 drivers in a 'real F1 car' at Silverstone this year.
05/05/23: It has now been clarified that Brad Pitt will instead be driving an F2 car in a 'private session', not, as ESPN F1 first reported, a 'real F1 car'.
07/05/23: Alonso was (somehow???) able to catch Lance's overtake into Turn 1 and appeared on the radio with "Which position is Lance? Great move into turn 1." mid race! Impressive driving and great positioning of the track screens for Alonso to catch that.
Championship Standings
World Constructors Championship
Position | Team | Points | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Red Bull | 224 | |
2 | Aston Martin | 102 | -122 |
3 | Mercedes | 96 | -8 |
4 | Ferrari | 78 | -18 |
5 | McLaren | 14 | - |
6 | Alpine | 14 | -0 |
7 | Haas | 8 | -6 |
8 | Alfa Romeo | 6 | -2 |
9 | AlphaTauri | 2 | -4 |
10 | Williams | 1 | -1 |
World Drivers Championship
Position | Driver | Points | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Max Verstappen | 119 | |
2 | Sergio Perez | 105 | -14 |
3 | Fernando Alonso | 75 | -30 |
4 | Lewis Hamilton | 56 | -19 |
5 | Carlos Sainz | 44 | -12 |
6 | George Russell | 40 | -4 |
7 | Charles Leclerc | 34 | -6 |
8 | Lance Stroll | 27 | -7 |
9 | Lando Norris | 10 | -17 |
10 | Pierre Gasly | 8 | -2 |
11 | Nico Hulkenberg | 6 | -2 |
12 | Esteban Ocon | 6 | -0 |
13 | Valtteri Bottas | 4 | -2 |
14 | Oscar Piastri | 4 | -0 |
15 | Zhou Guanyu | 2 | -2 |
16 | Yuki Tsunoda | 2 | -0 |
17 | Kevin Magnussen | 2 | -0 |
18 | Alex Albon | 1 | -1 |
19 | Logan Sargeant | 0 | -1 |
20 | Nyck De Vries | 0 | -0 |
A Track For THE Track: Miami 2023 Playlist:
A new edition to the blog post this week, as someone who LOVES music, I felt that this would be a fun twist to add.
No sporting event is complete without a killer soundtrack, and the Miami Grand Prix is no exception. The vibrant city of Miami is known for its rich musical culture, with influences from Latin, Caribbean, and American pop music. To capture the energy and excitement of the city and the race, I've put together a playlist that showcases some of the best songs that define Miami and the Miami Grand Prix. From classic Latin hits to modern party anthems, this playlist will get you in the mood for an unforgettable weekend of racing and celebration. You can listen to the playlist here on YouTube, or scroll to the bottom and the playlist is embedded in this post!
"Miami" by Will Smith - This upbeat and funky song pays tribute to the colorful and lively city of Miami. Its energetic beat and catchy lyrics perfectly capture the spirit of the Miami GP.
"I'm in Miami Trick" by LMFAO - This fun and high-energy anthem perfectly encapsulates the party scene in Miami. It's the perfect track to get you pumped up and ready for a wild weekend at the Miami GP.
"Hips Don't Lie" by Shakira ft. Wyclef Jean - This iconic Latin-infused track is a perfect representation of Miami's vibrant and eclectic culture. Shakira's sultry vocals and Wyclef Jean's catchy verses make it a classic Miami anthem.
"La Vida Es Un Carnaval" by Celia Cruz - This lively and joyous track is a perfect addition to celebrates life and the spirit of the Miami GP. Its upbeat tempo and infectious chorus make it a must-listen for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the city's Latin vibes.
"All Summer Long" by Kid Rock - This nostalgic and summery track is the perfect complement to the Miami GP. Its laid-back vibe and catchy chorus perfectly capture the spirit of the city's beach culture.
"Party in the USA" by Miley Cyrus - This upbeat and celebratory track is a perfect fit for the Miami GP. Its infectious chorus and catchy melody perfectly encapsulate the excitement and energy of the city.
"Hot in Herre" by Nelly - This classic party track is a perfect representation of Miami's steamy and sultry atmosphere. Its pulsing beat and catchy chorus make it a go-to for anyone looking to heat things up at the Miami GP.
"Mi Gente" by J Balvin, Willy William - This modern Latin hit is a perfect representation of Miami's multicultural and diverse atmosphere. Its infectious beat and catchy chorus perfectly capture the excitement and energy of the city.
"I Like It" by Cardi B, Bad Bunny, J Balvin - This fun and lively track celebrates the party culture and Latin vibes of Miami. Its catchy chorus and upbeat tempo make it a perfect addition to any Miami GP playlist.
"Born In The USA" by Bruce Spingsteen - A classic song that captures the grit of being American and included as an ode to Logan Sargeant at his first home race in F1!
"Move to Miami" by Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull: This lively and dynamic dance track embodies the party spirit and Latin passion of Miami. Its pulsing beat and infectious rhythm are captivating, and the lyrics inspire listeners to embrace the moment and dance to the beat, transporting you straight to the heart of the city and get you ready for an unforgettable weekend of racing and partying. The collaboration between two of Miami's most beloved artists adds an authentic flavor to the song's celebration of the city's vibrant and energetic culture.
"Livin' La Vida Loca" by Ricky Martin: This iconic track perfectly captures the carefree and exciting spirit of Miami. Its pulsing beat and addictive chorus will have you singing and dancing along, making it an absolute must-have for any Miami GP playlist.
"On the Floor" by Jennifer Lopez ft. Pitbull: This irresistible dancefloor hit is the ultimate representation of Miami's club scene. Its thumping rhythm and catchy lyrics will keep you moving all night long, making it the perfect addition to your Miami GP playlist.
"Despacito" by Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee: This modern Latin hit is a global sensation and a perfect reflection of Miami's rich and diverse culture. Its captivating melody and infectious rhythm will have you swaying and singing along in no time, making it a standout track on any Miami GP playlist.
"Rhythm Is Gonna Get You" by Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine: This timeless classic is a tribute to Miami's vibrant Latin music scene. Its upbeat tempo and irresistible chorus will have you moving and grooving along to the rhythm, making it an essential addition to any Miami GP playlist.
"Get Lucky" by Daft Punk ft. Pharrell Williams: This funky and upbeat track perfectly captures the lively and energetic atmosphere of Miami. Its infectious melody and catchy lyrics will get you in the mood for a weekend of fun and excitement at the Miami GP.
"Smooth" by Santana ft. Rob Thomas: This iconic track embodies Miami's smooth and sultry vibe. Its captivating melody and catchy chorus will transport you to the city's sun-kissed beaches and lively nightlife, making it a classic addition to any Miami GP playlist.
"Bam Bam" by Camila Cabello and Ed Sheeran: This song has a funky instrumental with even catchier lyrics. The perfect upbeat song to dance to in victory or despair, particularly the lyrics "Life knocked me down but I'm back on feet" a great attitude to end the GP playlist on, especially if you're favourite driver or team perhaps didn't do as well as you hoped!
Let me know what you think of the playlist! What songs would you add?