Verstappen says the Miami Grand Prix is 'one of the more physical tracks'

16:30, 01 May

Updated: 18:04, 01 May

bySavannah Lenz

Red Bull Racing has confirmed that Max Verstappen will be in Miami in time for the Friday practice session and sprint. Ahead of the Grand Prix, Verstappen said he was looking forward to getting to Miami and Racing.

There has been a lot of recent fanfare surrounding Verstappen, as he has not yet arrived in Miami. However, he will be there shortly. In Red Bull Racing's press release, Verstappen said, "It was nice to have a weekend off racing as we head into a busy weekend in Miami!"

Verstappen expects a busy race weekend

"The Sprint weekend here is always quite hectic and there is always lot going on. It is an interesting circuit and features a range of low and high-speed corners and off-camber sections. It is always pretty hot here and one of the more physical tracks, so we will see how we go. I’m looking forward to racing in Miami, there is always a spectacle and a great atmosphere with the fans."

Verstappen ended his statement with a joke about last year's Miami Grand Prix: "Hopefully, we avoid any bollards this year!"