The 2026 Miami Grand Prix qualifying classification has been updated following a late disqualification for Isack Hadjar. The change was announced early on Sunday morning, local time, at the Miami International Autodrome.
Hadjar had originally secured ninth on the grid. However, he was disqualified after it was determined his RB22’s floor was protruding 2mm beyond the reference volume. As a result, he has been moved to the back of the grid, with every driver who had qualified behind him gaining one position.
At the sharp end, Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli will start from pole position. Hadjar’s team-mate, Max Verstappen, lines up alongside Antonelli on the front row and is well placed to contend for victory.
The revised order sets the stage for a potentially unpredictable race, with rain in the forecast adding another layer of uncertainty. A wet or changeable track could amplify the impact of the grid reshuffle and open strategic opportunities for teams throughout the field.
While the full adjusted classification reflects Hadjar’s drop to the back, no other changes to the qualifying order were announced at the time of the update. The penalty underscores the tight margins of Formula 1’s technical regulations, where even a small infringement can significantly alter the competitive picture.
What to watch next: Antonelli’s launch from pole, Verstappen’s challenge into the opening laps, and Hadjar’s recovery attempt from the rear—especially if the weather turns—will be key storylines when the lights go out in Miami.
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