Tall palm tree perspective shot in front of the Auto Nation Building in Miami during the Grand Prix Week 2026

29 April 2026

Miami Grand Prix 2026: Back to race pace

After five weeks away from racing, Audi Revolut F1® Team returns in Miami aiming to convert early-season pace into consistent points, with limited track time and a Sprint weekend shaping the approach.

Limited sessions. Defined execution.

The break since the last round was used to progress work across Hinwil, Neuburg and Bicester while refining trackside operations. Miami marks the first race with Allan McNish as Racing Director, leading execution at the circuit.

The opening three rounds established a baseline. Both cars operated close to the top ten, but consistency across a full weekend remains the target The Sprint format raises that demand. One practice session sets the foundation for car balance, tyre understanding and track evolution. That constraint shifts the emphasis to preparation and decision-making. Early clarity creates options later in qualifying and the race.

Audi Revolut F1® Team approaches the weekend with the intent to secure that position and stay in contention for points. Off track, activity extends into the city with a structured programme centred around Wynwood. It adds context to the event, but does not change the priority. Execution on track defines the outcome.

Come inside the garage.

Statements from Audi Revolut F1® Team.

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“Coming back from a few weeks off the track after the team’s first three races..."

"... during which everyone has worked incredibly hard. Miami is a chance to see where we stand compared to our competitors. We have analysed all data from the opening rounds in detail and focused on the areas that can make a difference."

Allan McNish cheering and hugging driver Emma Felbermayr at the Audi Revolut F1® Team Academy car on the racetrack Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai

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Allan McNish, Racing Director:

"The aim for the weekend is to apply those learnings and build on what we have seen so far, especially in a Sprint event where everything is more condensed and the margins for error reduced. This weekend, of course, is also a very proud moment for me as I step into this new role with the team."

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Allan McNish, Racing Director:

"I have been part of this journey in different ways over the last few years, and I am looking forward to this next chapter as we continue to build our project.”

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“It’s good to be back after a few weeks away."

"The break gave us time to analyse the first three races and understand where we stand and what we need to improve, especially in putting a full weekend together. Now it’s about execution."

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Nico Hulkenberg

"Miami is always a fun challenge with a unique atmosphere and vibe, and it's another Sprint weekend which means every session really counts. The focus is on putting things together quickly and giving ourselves a proper chance to fight for points."

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“These weeks without racing were good to reset after a busy start to the season."

"It was an opportunity to spend some more time both in Hinwil and Neuburg, working with the team and finding more ways to improve."

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Gabriel Bortoleto

"It was useful, but now I’m really looking forward to being back in the car. I enjoyed Miami last year, it’s quite a unique event with the track around the stadium, an impressive paddock and everything happening around it, so it’s a cool place to race."

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Gabriel Bortoleto

"The aim is to put everything together better across the weekend, make the most of the one practice session and be in a good position from the start.”

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