The dominant performance of Max Verstappen during the Sprint qualifications of the Grand Prix of Miami 2025 is currently under investigation by the Race Commissioners of the FIA following violation allegations concerning Delta and a possible blocking of other pilots during the session. The quadruple world champion, who had qualified in the best positions throughout the weekend, is now under surveillance for not having maintained the required time interval between the cars during the training towers, a requirement stated in the sports regulations of the FIA Formula 1, in particular article 33.4.
The survey follows the actions of Verstappen during the last qualifying session (SQ3), which attracted the attention of several competitors. In particular, Lance Stroll of Aston Martin formally asked the commissioners to examine the issue, saying that Verstappen’s behavior on the track had led to a significant loss of time during Stroll’s Tour. Stroll believes that he has lost 3 to 4 tenths of a second after being forced to leave his ideal trajectory, which compromised his performance in qualification. The Canadian, who was well positioned to achieve a competitive time, was visibly frustrated, declaring that Verstappen’s actions had undermined his efforts.
Despite Stroll’s request, the commissioners have not confirmed an official investigation against Verstappen for blocking, and no penalty has been issued so far. However, the situation remains fluid, and fans expect a final decision on the question of whether Verstappen will face consequences for the alleged violation.
Adding additional complexity to the situation, several other pilots, including Carlos Sainz Jr., George Russell and Alexander Albon, were also under surveillance for similar offenses concerning the overtaking of the maximum delta time during the Sprint Qualifying. However, they were bleached by the commissioners, which still intensified the drama surrounding the case of Verstappen. The reputation of Verstappen as master of the race control was built on its constancy, and such incidents add only more intrigue to its inheritance in formula 1.
-The current survey creates a tense atmosphere while the Sports Director Body examines the details of alleged violations, and any potential penalty for Verstappen could have a substantial impact on its position on the grid before the Miami Grand Prix race. Fans of Verstappen, who are used to seeing their champion at the top of the grid, anxiously await the result of this investigation.
A sprint stretched for first place
Verstappen’s involvement in this controversy is a significant part of what has already been a weekend of qualifying exhilarating to Miami GP. The Sprint session, which was already filled with unexpected twists and turns, saw Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri de McLaren also fighting fiercely for pole position, but Verstappen’s performance has left divided fans due to uncertainty around violation. The drama surrounding Delta time and obstacle problems added another layer of tension to an already very disputed battle for pole in Miami.
What comes next?
Without an immediate penalties imposed, Verstappen all the same addresses the race weekend to search for the first positions, but the possibility of a penalty after the qualifications could change the dynamics of the grid while the pilots are preparing for the full race of the Grand Prix. The result of this survey will be decisive not only for the Por -Porcen position in the race, but also for his team, Red Bull, while they are trying to maintain their dominant position in the 2025 season.
While the commissioners continue their deliberations, the entire community of Formula 1, including fans and teams, will closely follow the evolution of this case, adding a dimension of intrigue to the highly anticipated GP of Miami.
