F1 2026: US GP

GuidoK · 04-09-2026, 05:59 PM

F1 2026: US GP - Miami (May 3rd)

Schedule:
https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2026/miami
(Start times adjusts automatically to your local time/date depending on your browsers/internet settings)
This is a SPRINT race weekend.

Miami International Autodrome

Circuit stats:
First Grand Prix: 2022
Number of Laps: 57
Circuit Length: 5.412 km
Race Distance: 308.326 km
Lap Record: 1:29.708 (Max Verstappen 2023)

Onboard Lap:
(2025 Max Verstappen pole lap)
HERE

2025 thread:
https://www.zpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2179343

2025 race highlights:
HERE

GuidoK · 04-09-2026, 06:05 PM

So what are your predictions?
Lots of things happening in F1 with the new ruleset. Teams are ironing out their shortcomings on the car. However, the equalizer regarding engine performance is still not here, so I don't expect huge changes from last GP.
Imho Team Mercedes will still dominate, they still have the best car and for sure the best engine and there will be a battle between Ferrari and McLaren. (and hopefully a battle between Ferrari and....Ferrari, as that has given us some of the best racing yet this season, there's a struggle between HAM and LEC for sure!)

This is my prediction:

1. RUS
2. ANT
3. LEC
4. NOR
5. HAM
6. PIA
7. BEA
8. VER
9. GAS
10. HAD

For people who don't place predictions: please refrain from giving negative comments after the race on predictions other members have given. Nobody makes perfect predictions, and if you don't make predictions yourself, you're not showing you know better.

afadeev · 04-09-2026, 06:12 PM

Mandatory predictions:

Places 1-2: Mercedes: I prefer if it was ANT > RUS
Places 3-4: McLaren: probably PIA > NOR
Places 5-6: Ferrari: in no particular order.
Places 7-8: Bearman (Haas) and Gasly (Alpine), in no particular order.
Places 9-13: Hadjar, or Lawson, or Lindblad, or Ocon, or permanently b*tching and moaning Debbie Downer VER.
Places 14+: who cares.

IMHO,
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Killed by Death · 04-10-2026, 07:47 AM

My prediction

///M Power-Belgium · 04-10-2026, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Killed by Death

My prediction

Can't wait to see the Miami fake marina again ...

TheGeekGuy · 04-10-2026, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

Can't wait to see the Miami fake marina again ...

Just like everything else in Miami... Tits, smiles, intelligence...

LH44 · 04-10-2026, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Killed by Death

My prediction

My prediction is the same 4 people here will bitch and whine in a competition to outdo each other for who can sound the most miserable.

I'll be there enjoying myself from my company's hospitality suite with clients, even though we're a sponsor of a team I'm not rooting for.

1. HAM
2. RUS
3. LEC
4. ANT
5. PIA
6. NOR
7. BEA
8. VER
9. GAS
10. HAD

GuidoK · 04-10-2026, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

Can't wait to see the Miami fake marina again ...

Yeah mainly the venue but also the track are nothing special. For sure the least of the GP's on the NA continent imho
I rate from best to worst:
1. COTA
2. Canada
3. Vegas
4. Mexico
5. Miami

Car-Addicted · 04-10-2026, 12:21 PM

WooHoo

now things are about to get interesting. Horner is out of Red Bull jail.

🚨BREAKING | After being dismissed by Red Bull, Horner can finally return to work in Formula 1:

— Christian Horner has been released from his contract with Red Bull Racing, allowing him to return to Formula 1. After his dismissal, he was on gardening leave, a common practice to prevent team secrets from being shared with rivals.

— Horner's contract settlement allowed him to return to the sport after nine months, with the date set for April 9. Despite this, he has not yet secured a new position, as he seeks a role with more influence, such as a co-ownership stake.

— There are rumors that Horner was interested in acquiring a minority stake in Alpine, but no official agreements have been reached. His rival, Toto Wolff, is also reportedly interested in the same stake.

— It is unlikely that Horner will return to Formula 1 before the summer break, with September being the earliest potential timeframe. However, opportunities are limited, and he is waiting for the right role to emerge.

— The Formula 1 community is closely watching Horner's next move, as his return could impact team dynamics and competition. His experience and leadership are highly valued, making him a sought-after figure in the sport.

///M Power-Belgium · 04-10-2026, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheGeekGuy

Just like everything else in Miami... Tits, smiles, intelligence...

Miami Vice (!)

Killed by Death · 04-10-2026, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LH44

I'll be there enjoying myself from my company's hospitality suite with clients, even though we're a sponsor of a team I'm not rooting for.

Cool, I know who you will be rooting for but what team does your company sponsor?

Hospitality suite? Sounds like a good time, enjoy yourself!!! I'm not too found of Miami proper but enjoyed South Beach very much last time I was there.

LH44 · 04-10-2026, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Killed by Death

Cool, I know who you will be rooting for but what team does your company sponsor?

Hospitality suite? Sounds like a good time, enjoy yourself!!! I'm not too found of Miami proper but enjoyed South Beach very much last time I was there.

Papaya team. Lando and Oscar signed this for me last year in Miami after their 1-2.

Although my driver is Lewis and my team is Mercedes, I still won’t be mad if McLaren pulls something off. Smiles all around.

GuidoK · 04-10-2026, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

Miami Vice (!)

Probably the best thing ever to come out of Miami

I loved that show when I was a teen in the 80's

///M Power-Belgium · 04-10-2026, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LH44

Papaya team. Lando and Oscar signed this for me last year in Miami after their 1-2.

Although my driver is Lewis and my team is Mercedes, I still won’t be mad if McLaren pulls something off. Smiles all around.

Would you be disappointed if Toto Wolff signed MAX at Mercedes ?

LH44 · 04-10-2026, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

Would you be disappointed if Toto Wolff signed MAX at Mercedes ?

I'll scream "No, Toto no, no! That is so not right!"

///M Power-Belgium · 04-10-2026, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LH44

I'll scream "No, Toto no, no! That is so not right!"

MAX would nail the WDC in a Benz in blink of an eye (!)

LH44 · 04-10-2026, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

MAX would nail the WDC in a Benz in blink of an eye (!)

I think George and Kimi have a good shot at that this year.

omgzirra_exe · 04-10-2026, 03:13 PM

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2.str
3.ver
4.lew/lec
5.lec/lew

M5Rick · 04-10-2026, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

MAX would nail the WDC in a Benz in blink of an eye (!)

'RUS has confirmed that his '27 seat is in his own hands, stating that if he meets specific performance targets this year then the contract will renew automatically for 2027'.

Car-Addicted · 04-10-2026, 04:56 PM

Who loves a good rumor?

Mark Webber’s relationship with McLaren has reportedly cooled amid frustration that Piastri is being treated as the team’s number two behind reigning champion Norris. Webber is now said to be scouting teams where Piastri can be an undisputed leader — potentially opening the door for Verstappen, a long-time target of CEO Zak Brown, to take his seat. With ex-Red Bull personnel Marshall, Courtenay, and now Lambiase all at McLaren, the pieces are falling into place.

///M Power-Belgium · 04-10-2026, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Car-Addicted

Who loves a good rumor?

Mark Webber’s relationship with McLaren has reportedly cooled amid frustration that Piastri is being treated as the team’s number two behind reigning champion Norris. Webber is now said to be scouting teams where Piastri can be an undisputed leader — potentially opening the door for Verstappen, a long-time target of CEO Zak Brown, to take his seat. With ex-Red Bull personnel Marshall, Courtenay, and now Lambiase all at McLaren, the pieces are falling into place.

Conspiracy theory

Car-Addicted · 04-10-2026, 05:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

Conspiracy theory

Really? That's what they said about Lewis Hamilton moving to Ferrari. I wouldn't bet folding money on anything surrounding Formula One these days. Hell, Tiger Woods could be driving for Red Bull next

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GuidoK #buildnotbought 20273 Rep 6,452 Posts Drives: Z4 3.0i ESS TS2+ Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Tinkering in the garage iTrader: (0)	So what are your predictions? Lots of things happening in F1 with the new ruleset. Teams are ironing out their shortcomings on the car. However, the equalizer regarding engine performance is still not here, so I don't expect huge changes from last GP. Imho Team Mercedes will still dominate, they still have the best car and for sure the best engine and there will be a battle between Ferrari and McLaren. (and hopefully a battle between Ferrari and....Ferrari, as that has given us some of the best racing yet this season, there's a struggle between HAM and LEC for sure!) This is my prediction: 1. RUS 2. ANT 3. LEC 4. NOR 5. HAM 6. PIA 7. BEA 8. VER 9. GAS 10. HAD For people who don't place predictions: please refrain from giving negative comments after the race on predictions other members have given. Nobody makes perfect predictions, and if you don't make predictions yourself, you're not showing you know better. __________________ Z4 3.0i \| ESS TS2+ supercharger \| Quaife ATB LSD \| Brembo/BMW performance BBK front/rear \| Schrick FI cams \| Schmiedmann headers+cats \| Powerflex/strongflex PU bushings \| Vibra-technics engine mounts \| H&R anti rollbars \| KW V3 coilovers/KW camber plates \| Sachs race engineering clutch \| tons of custom sh#t
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