The first ever Miami Grand Prix is about to happen this weekend . Miami will become the 16th circuit in the 21st century to hold a Formula1 Grand Prix for the first time .
The 5.412 Km long track with 19 corners is designed in a way that local residents would not be disrupted by the races .The track is a permanent style circuit with temporary infrastructure , such as barriers and fences , which will be removed when there is no racing.
The 19 turn circuit will feature three DRS Zones , and simulations predict drivers will be on full throttle for 58% of the lap ,with an estimated top speed of 320Kph .
In the run-up to the race , the organizers are in the final stage of installing temporary safety barriers and painting curbs.
“We’re in the final stages of this incredible circuit that will host the first-ever Formula 1 race in Miami,” said Richard Cregan, CEO of the Miami Grand Prix.
“We are delighted with the progress we have made and it’s a huge credit to the hard work of the team here in Miami, in consultation with both Formula 1 and the FIA to get this circuit finished in a tight timeline.”
He continued: “We have tried to create a track that drivers love to race on and a campus that offers unique, best-in-class fan experiences. And we can’t wait for the first weekend in May to be here.”
Miami Grand Prix has already created much hype and Formula1 has gained more popularity in USA after the hit Netflix show “Drive to Survive” .
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton appeared on hit show Good Morning America to chat about his Knighthood, diversity in F1 and the motorsport itself .
“It’s been nerve-wracking because it’s going to be such a huge event. We obviously had the race in Austin, Texas, which has always been amazing. The first race I had out here was Indianapolis, 2007. Now we have two Grands Prix in the States and another one in Vegas next year. It’s going to be huge.
“I’ve been coming out here for a long time and I never quite understood why people weren’t into Formula 1… as I said this Netflix show [Drive to Survive] particularly through the pandemic has brought massive awareness to the show and now it’s booming,” he added.
Miami Grand Prix 2022 main race will happen on 08-05-2022 .
