Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes), at just 19 years old, secured pole position for the Miami Grand Prix with an impressive lap time of 1:27.798. This achievement makes him the youngest title race leader in Formula 1 history and marks his third consecutive pole, placing him alongside legends Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher in the record books. The race's start time was adjusted to 1:00 PM local time due to forecasts of heavy rainstorms, which prompted officials to prioritize the safety of drivers and fans. Max Verstappen (Red Bull) qualified second, while Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) rounded out the top three. Lando Norris, who won the earlier sprint race, will start from fourth position. Antonelli expressed excitement about his performance and hopes for a strong start in the race. The decision to change the start time reflects the sport's commitment to ensuring optimal conditions for the event.