The Formula 1 calendar is back in action this weekend with the Miami Grand Prix set to roll out on Sunday, ending a hiatus of more than a month without a race. Organisers have had to adjust the timetable at the last minute because of a looming thunderstorm threat.

To try and dodge the heaviest rain, the start time has been shifted three hours earlier, moving the kickoff to 6 p.m. UK time (which is 1 p.m.

in Miami). This early start aims to give the drivers a better chance of completing the full distance before the forecasted downpours arrive in the afternoon. World‑championship leader Kimi Antonelli secured pole position for the main event, looking to stretch his six‑point advantage over his Mercedes teammate George Russell at the top of the standings.

Mercedes had dominated the opening three rounds of the season, but a one‑two finish for McLaren in the Saturday sprint race hinted that the upgrades introduced during the five‑week break after the Japanese Grand Prix have tightened the competition at the front of the pack. Antonelli answered the McLaren challenge by clinching pole for the full‑distance race, while the rest of the grid promises a thrilling showdown. Red Bull’s Max Verstappen lines up second, and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc takes third, creating a diverse mix of machinery and driving styles that should keep fans on the edge of their seats. The potential for rain adds an extra layer of drama, especially since the brand‑new 2026 cars have yet to be tested in wet conditions.

Miami entered the F1 schedule in 2022, and its street‑circuit layout is renowned for offering numerous overtaking opportunities. The long straights feed into a series of heavy braking zones, most notably at Turn 11 and Turn 17, where drivers can attempt daring passes. However, the proximity of the barriers means that any mistake is quickly punished, demanding precision as well as speed. Because of the thunderstorm forecast, officials hope the earlier start will allow the race to finish before the heavier rain sets in.

The revised timetable for Sunday reads as follows: 2.25 p.m. – F2 Feature Race, 4 p.m. – Miami GP build‑up show, 6 p.m. – the Miami Grand Prix itself, 8 p.m.

– post‑race reaction and chequered‑flag analysis, and 9 p.m. – a segment called "Ted’s Notebook". All of these programmes will also be available on Sky Sports Main Event.

Viewers are advised to use the Chrome browser for the most accessible video player experience. Sky Sports customers can watch every session—from Friday’s first practice to Sunday’s race—on the Sky Sports F1 channel. The same coverage is available via the Sky Sports app, which even lets fans choose a driver’s on‑board camera for a more immersive perspective. If you don’t have a Sky subscription, you can still stream the action through the NOW platform, which offers a day‑pass or a month‑pass with a cancel‑anytime policy.

NOW provides instant access to all twelve Sky Sports channels and the Sky Sports+ streams, and it works on more than 60 devices. Membership is contract‑free, so you can stop whenever you wish. For those on the move, a dedicated F1 live‑blog offers real‑time updates throughout the weekend. After the race, highlights will be posted shortly after the chequered flag on the Sky Sports app, allowing fans to catch up on key moments they might have missed.

Sky subscribers also benefit from Sky iD support, which helps you locate or create your Sky iD account if you need it. More information about NOW’s pricing and membership options can be found on the provider’s website. In summary, the 2026 Formula 1 season resumes in Miami, and the Grand Prix will be broadcast live on Sky Sports F1 at 6 p.m. UK time on Sunday.

Whether you watch via satellite, the Sky Sports app, or the contract‑free NOW streaming service, you’ll be able to follow the action as Antonelli, Verstappen, Leclerc, and the rest of the field battle for points on a circuit that rewards boldness but punishes errors, all under the unpredictable Miami weather.