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Lionel Messi, Rafael Nadal among celebrities attending 2026 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix
TL;DR
The 2026 Miami Grand Prix attracted numerous celebrities, including Lionel Messi and Rafael Nadal. The race was rescheduled three hours earlier due to rain forecasts.
Key points
- 2026 Miami Grand Prix featured many celebrities
- Lionel Messi and Rafael Nadal were in attendance
- Race start time changed due to rain forecasts
- Event popular since its inaugural race in 2022
- Other attendees included Jon Rahm and Jimmy Fallon
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The 2026 Miami Grand Prix brought out a host of celebrities once again.
The first United States Formula 1 race of the year has been a popular spot for celebrities and corporations ever since the inaugural race in 2022. And this year was no different.
Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi was at the race and met with Alpine’s Franco Colapinto ahead of the event. Rafael Nadal and Jon Rahm were also in attendance, along with celebrities like Jimmy Fallon, Manuel Turizo and more.
Here’s a look at who was in attendance at the race, which was moved up three hours because of impending rain.
MESSI MESSI MESSI pic.twitter.com/tBzh7zjjLt
— BWT Alpine Formula One Team (@AlpineF1Team) May 3, 2026
Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo taking in the vibes at the Miami Grand Prix 🌴 pic.twitter.com/0ESMshf7dV
— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) May 3, 2026
JIMMY FALLON BIT MARTIN BRUNDLE'S MIC. 🤣 pic.twitter.com/a0cH5PhYrI
— Motorsport (@Motorsport) May 3, 2026
Cuando se juntan tres leyendas españolas 🇪🇸
Carlos Sainz 🤝 Rafa Nadal 🤝 Jon Rham. #MiamiGPpic.twitter.com/x7WaMFjVUB
— F1 Miami Grand Prix (@f1miami) May 3, 2026
Q&A
Which celebrities attended the 2026 Miami Grand Prix?
Celebrities at the 2026 Miami Grand Prix included Lionel Messi, Rafael Nadal, Jon Rahm, and Jimmy Fallon.
Why was the start time of the 2026 Miami Grand Prix changed?
The race start time was moved up three hours due to impending rain.
What is the significance of the Miami Grand Prix in Formula 1?
The Miami Grand Prix is significant as it is the first Formula 1 race in the United States for the year and has become a popular event for celebrities and corporations since its inception in 2022.