FIA considering cancellation of Miami Grand Prix? Here is the triggering factor
Formula 1 could be facing another major twist, as the FIA is reportedly monitoring the situation surrounding the Miami Grand Prix and evaluating whether extreme weather conditions could have an impact on the event. Heavy rain forecasts are increasingly becoming a concern for the race weekend, raising questions about possible disruptions or even extreme scenarios.
Meanwhile, Scuderia Ferrari is preparing a significant package of updates for the SF-26. The new version of the so-called “Macarena” rear wing could provide a substantial advantage in terms of straight-line speed. However, weather forecasts are pointing towards a potentially unstable weekend in Miami, with rain increasingly becoming a key factor in discussions around race stability.
For the first time under the current technical regulations, Formula 1 cars could be tested in proper wet conditions in a race weekend scenario. Pirelli’s tyre testing programmes have already helped teams understand several behavioural aspects of the current generation of cars in mixed conditions.
Ferrari would also face an important challenge: proving that after many years, the red team is once again competitive even in the wet. The Prancing Horse will need to confirm the progress brought by its latest upgrades, without forgetting that in wet conditions the cars will operate with a partially open wing configuration to manage grip and visibility.
Rain risk increases ahead of the race and raises concern
It is worth remembering that Miami will once again host a Sprint weekend format, with an additional 30-minute Free Practice 1 session granted by the FIA in order to better understand the energy-related changes introduced following the April 20 meeting.
The Friday is not expected to be affected by significant cloud cover, with clear skies forecast that should allow for dry running in all sessions. In fact, temperatures on the opening day of the weekend are expected to reach around 30 degrees Celsius, which could even force teams to open engine covers further in order to help the power unit breathe more efficiently under high thermal stress.
As for Saturday, which will be crucial for both the Sprint race and the qualifying session for Sunday’s Grand Prix, conditions are expected to remain relatively stable at around 28 degrees, with no significant rainfall currently forecast.
However, the situation appears to change dramatically on race day. Just a couple of days ago, forecasts suggested a 30% chance of precipitation. That figure has now risen sharply to 70%, with an increasing risk of thunderstorms also being reported.
Attention is therefore turning to the possible developments in the coming hours and days, as Formula 1 teams, including Ferrari, closely monitor a situation that could have a major impact on the outcome of the Miami Grand Prix weekend.
