Miami Grand Prix brought forward due to storm threat

The FIA earlier made a rain hazard declaration ahead of Sunday’s 57-lap race.

The Miami Grand Prix has been moved forward by three hours. Pic: Bradley Collyer/PA

The Miami Grand Prix has been moved forward by three hours due to the threat of heavy rain and thunderstorms.

Following discussions between Formula One bosses, governing body the FIA and race promoters, the decision was taken to shift the start time to 1300 local time (1800 Irish time).