This piece covers the boldest, strangest, and coolest highlights from the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, as seen through the eyes of Boman Martinez-Reid—social media personality and Esquire’s official correspondent for the weekend. From celebrity run-ins and jaw-dropping fashion to on-track action and the Red Bull Energy Station buzz, here’s what really went down in Miami.
F1 in Miami: Palm Trees, Celebrities, and Pure Adrenaline
The Miami International Autodrome lit up the first weekend of May with a collision of fast cars, bold personalities, and a crowd dressed to be seen. Boman Martinez-Reid, attending his very first Formula 1 race, was on the ground to capture it all: electric crowds, VIP parties, and the kind of F1 culture that only Miami can pull off. At the Red Bull Energy Station, energy drinks were swapped for exclusive interviews and late-night laughs.
The Unfiltered Scene: From F1 Stars to Hollywood Royalty
Between the roar of engines and the beats of the afterparties, Boman found himself surrounded by an eclectic mix of athletes and celebrities. Australian sensation Oscar Piastri clinched the World Champion title, but the real action was off the track: Boman caught up with drivers like Alex Albon, Liam Lawson, Isack Hadjar, and Yuki Tsunoda, plus chart-topper Roddy Ricch and movie star Timothée Chalamet. Film legend Jerry Bruckheimer was also on hand, hyping up his upcoming F1 movie as “the most accurate racing film ever made.”
Trackside Style and Candid Chats
F1 is always about the spectacle, but the fashion at the Miami Grand Prix hit a whole new level. Boman quizzed K Camp and Zaire Wade about trackside style—both agreed that you’ve got to dress for the party, not just the paddock. Asked how he’d do in the cockpit, Wade laughed and admitted he’d probably finish last, but it’s all about the vibe anyway.
Energy Station Antics and Epic Fan Moments
While the race dominated the headlines, the Red Bull Energy Station was the place to spot larger-than-life personalities and unexpected moments. From impromptu dance battles to behind-the-scenes banter, the Miami paddock proved Formula 1 is as much about community and culture as it is about sport.
- Celebrity interviews and jaw-dropping fits at every turn.
- Legendary afterparties where drivers and fans mingled late into the night.
- Exclusive teasers for the new F1 movie—fueling hype for racing fans everywhere.
- Unscripted, hilarious exchanges that only Miami could deliver.
“Where do you think on the board you’d place?”
“Last place,” Zaire Wade said, grinning—proving that F1 weekends are for fun as much as competition.
The Takeaway: Miami’s F1 Grand Prix Is a Party Like No Other
From Oscar Piastri’s championship moment to Boman Martinez-Reid’s candid interviews and all-out style scouting, the Miami Grand Prix delivered pure spectacle. Whether you’re there for the racing, the fashion, or the star-studded crowd, one thing is clear: Miami’s F1 weekend isn’t just a race—it’s a cultural event at full throttle.
