In an unexpected turn during the Miami Grand Prix, Lando Norris secured pole position for the sprint race, leaving Mercedes driver George Russell surprised by their performance. Russell noted that the team was outpaced, highlighting a challenging day for Mercedes.

Norris's impressive lap put him ahead of Kimi Antonelli, setting the stage for an exciting sprint. As teams reflect on their strategies, the focus now shifts to the upcoming race and how these results will impact the championship standings.