Miami Grand Prix: Verstappen wins, Alonso shines, Perez close behind

Miami Grand Prix showstopper as Verstappen reigns supreme

Max Verstappen, the force from the Red Bull camp, claimed victory at the Miami Grand Prix on a sunlit Sunday. The race, the fifth round of the season, saw him surge from a starting position of ninth to the top step of the podium. Teammate Sergio Perez came home second, with Fernando Alonso securing a podium finish in third after a season that had seen him rediscover his form. The result kept Verstappen firmly at the center of the championship talk, while Alonso added another strong result to his recent run of competitive performances.

In the spotlight of the weekend, the podium reflected a clear Red Bull dominance, yet it was Alonso who delivered a message that the field could not ignore. His performance marked a notable improvement from his earlier results this year and demonstrated Ferrari and Mercedes needed to rethink their approach after the day’s racing concluded. Carlos Sainz, driving for Ferrari, completed the top five, his effort adding another layer of tension to the championship chase.

The opening gambit of the race saw Verstappen fighting his way forward with purpose, a trademark pairing of calm strategy and aggressive pace. The choice of hard tires by the Dutch driver proved pivotal, enabling him to defend his position and press home his advantage as the laps accumulated. The outcome illustrated how Verstappen and Red Bull relied on calculated risk and tire management to maintain their edge over the rest of the field, a theme that underlined the entire Miami event.

Pedal to the metal throughout, the Florida circuit delivered a straightforward run to completion. There were no major crashes, no safety car disruptions, and only a few moments of localised pressure from rivals. The absence of dramatic incidents left fans with a clear sense of the top teams and drivers executing their plans with precision, though there was a touch of disappointment for Ferrari and Mercedes who hoped for stronger results in a race that otherwise unfolded smoothly.

Formula 1 Miami GP results

1. Max Verstappen

2. Sergio Perez

3. Fernando Alonso

4. George Russell

5. Carlos Sainz

6. Lewis Hamilton

7. Charles Leclerc

8. Pierre Gasly

9. Esteban Ocon

10. Kevin Magnussen

Championship standings after the Miami Grand Prix

1. Max Verstappen 119

2. Sergio Perez 105

3. Fernando Alonso 75

4. Lewis Hamilton 56

5. Carlos Sainz 44

6. George Russell 40

7. Charles Leclerc 34

8. Spear Walk 27

9. Lando Norris 10

10. Pierre Gasly 8