Lewis Hamilton called the driver parade at the Miami International Autodrome in Florida the most entertaining he’s experienced in his long Formula 1 career—and it’s not hard to see why. The 2025 Miami weekend delivered a surprising, light-hearted twist to pre-race proceedings that had drivers and fans laughing long before lights out.
Instead of the standard parade lap aboard a flatbed truck, organizers gave each driver duo a full-size, drivable Lego car made from hundreds of thousands of bricks. The unconventional vehicle swap created chaos on the streets of Miami, instantly going viral as fans watched their favorite stars try to steer brick-built cars around the circuit.
Hamilton shared his Lego car with Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc, while George Russell drove Mercedes’ Lego vehicle with young rookie Kimi Antonelli in the passenger seat. Things quickly took a hilarious turn when Antonelli casually answered a phone call mid-lap, much to Lewis Hamilton’s amusement.
Hamilton Left in Stitches by Antonelli’s Unexpected Phone Call
As the Lego convoy made its way down Miami’s long back straight, onboard footage from Mercedes’ car showed Kimi Antonelli holding a phone to his ear amid the mayhem. The visual alone was enough to leave Hamilton laughing uncontrollably. He gestured toward the Mercedes duo and shouted, pointing out that the appeared to be conducting business from the back seat.
Charles Leclerc, equally surprised, joked that the teenager might be discussing strategy updates, while Lewis Hamilton continued filming the moment, joking about Kimi Antonelli managing phone calls mid-race. The moment quickly went viral, with Formula 1 sharing the full clip across social media platforms, sparking thousands of shares and comments.
Contrasting Form for Hamilton and Antonelli on Race Day
While the Lego race was a light-hearted highlight of the weekend, the actual Miami Grand Prix proved more serious and frustrating for some drivers. Despite outqualifying George Russell for the first time in his F1 career, Antonelli struggled to convert his strong start into significant points. Still, his calm demeanor and growing confidence continued to impress pundits and fans alike.
Meanwhile, Hamilton endured another tough race with Ferrari. Both he and Charles Leclerc were caught out by another poorly timed strategy decision from the team, leaving them trailing mid-pack and unable to capitalize on any real pace.
Antonelli Impresses, Hamilton Adapts as Their Seasons Diverge
Antonelli’s debut season in Formula 1 continues to turn heads. Since making history as the youngest-ever pole sitter during the Sprint in Miami, the young Italian has shown poise and maturity beyond his years. Though his race performance didn’t yield a points finish, his steady development and mistake-free weekends have positioned him as one of the most promising talents on the grid.
Lewis Hamilton, on the other hand, is still adapting to life at Ferrari. His switch from Mercedes hasn’t delivered the competitive step forward he had hoped, as the SF-25 continues to struggle with balance and race pace. Former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher recently speculated that the Briton might be wrestling with deeper integration issues inside the Scuderia—a challenge that could shift the team’s focus toward 2026 earlier than planned.
Yet despite the challenges on track, Lewis Hamilton’s laughter during the Miami Lego parade showed that even the most seasoned drivers can find moments of joy in Formula 1’s increasingly creative and fan-friendly atmosphere.








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