F1 LIVE | Severe wet weather batters Miami in build-up to Grand Prix

After a month-long break in Formula 1 due to the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix, the competition returns this weekend with the Miami Grand Prix. During the break, the FIA and F1 teams approved minor regulation tweaks to allow drivers to push flat-out in qualifying and improve safety. This weekend also features a Sprint format, meaning there will be just a single free practice session.

Still, there were drivers who still believe that more changes are needed to the current regulations. Four-time world champion Max Verstappen said: "I think that's already a huge step forward in terms of the communication. Of course, with the changes that are made, I think it's more like a tickle. Because at the end of the day, you know, for us it is a very complex and political sport. But I think everyone has tried their best to at least do something. But of course, it won't change the world."

Friday saw Charles Leclerc and Ferrari impress during an extended 90-minute practice session, but it was Lando Norris and McLaren who sent an ominous message to the rest of the grid, taking Sprint Qualifying pole with a stunning lap time.

Norris then continued that fine form to take Sprint Race victory, but Mercedes then answered back through championship leader Kimi Antonelli to take pole position for Sunday's Grand Prix ahead of Verstappen and Leclerc.