Kimi Antonelli’s impressive performance during F1 qualifying on May 2, 2026, at the Miami Grand Prix has set the stage for an exciting race weekend. He secured pole position with a time of 1:27.798, reinforcing his credentials as a serious title contender.
Max Verstappen followed closely behind, qualifying second with a time of 1:27.964, just 0.166 seconds off Antonelli’s pace. Charles Leclerc secured third place with a time of 1:28.143, while Lando Norris and George Russell rounded out the top five with times of 1:28.183 and 1:28.197, respectively.
Qualifying Results Overview:
- Kimi Antonelli – 1:27.798 (Pole Position)
- Max Verstappen – 1:27.964
- Charles Leclerc – 1:28.143
- Lando Norris – 1:28.183
- George Russell – 1:28.197
- Lewis Hamilton – 1:28.319
The grid for this race features a total of 22 cars, with six drivers eliminated in Q1 and Q2 rounds. Notably, Gabriel Bortoleto will start from the back after failing to progress past Q1, posting a time of 1:33.737.
This qualifying session showcased remarkable diversity among the top teams, as four different constructors filled the first four grid spots—highlighting the competitive nature of this season.
Kimi Antonelli reaffirmed his title credentials with this brilliant lap ahead of Sunday’s race, while teams like Audi have also shown promise this weekend. However, Bortoleto faced issues during his run; reports indicate that his brakes caught fire at one point, which hampered his performance.
