After a break of just over a month, Formula 1 will return to activity this weekend with the Miami Grand Prix. The fourth round of the world championship will start this Friday with the first free practice and will close with the main race on Sunday, however its completion could be affected by extra-sporting factors
.According to weather reports in the United States, there is a 70 to 85 percent chance of rain and electrical activity in Florida during the three days of the event, especially during the scheduled time for Sunday's main competition.
The situation is no less, since the regulations of the International Automobile Federation (FIA) state that the activity must stop automatically if lightning is detected near the circuit. In addition, U.S. legislation prohibits the holding of outdoor sporting events due to the risk of thunderstorms, a protocol that has recently been applied in competitions such as the MLS and the 2025 Club World Cup
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One of the main reasons behind these measures is linked to medical safety. If weather conditions prevent the operation of the FIA medical helicopter responsible for transporting pilots to the assigned hospital, the race cannot take place. In parallel, teams must also quickly protect cars and evacuate runway personnel in the event of an electrical alert
.For now, both the FIA and the championship organization will try to avoid any definitive cancellations and will prioritize alternatives such as delays or temporary interruptions. However, the climate threatens to become one of the main protagonists of the return of La Máxima
.When does Colapinto return to racing
After the break of just over a month due to the cancellations of the Saudi Arabia and Bahrain Grand Prix, Formula 1 will resume action next week with the Miami Grand Prix.The competition will take place at the Miami International Autodrome between Friday, May 1 and Sunday, May 3
.The schedule for the Miami GP
Friday, May 1 FP1
