Porsche Deluxe Carrera Cup North America to Support Next Year’s
Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix
- South Florida Motorsports confirms additional track action with two support races for the 2024 event
- Porsche Deluxe Carrera Cup North America to join the all-female F1 Academy series for next year
- Miami International Autodrome unveils new luxury products including Vista at Turn 1 and The Villas
South Florida Motorsports (SFM), the organizers of the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX have exciting news for motorsports enthusiasts. They have confirmed that the Porsche Deluxe Carrera Cup North America will return as a support category for next year’s race scheduled for May 3-5, 2024. This announcement follows the release of the 2024 series calendar.
The Porsche Deluxe Carrera Cup North America is renowned for attracting the best Pro, Pro-Am, and Amateur sportscar drivers from North America and around the world. It is considered the premier one make championship on the continent featuring drivers competing in identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup race cars. These sleek machines, capable of generating around 375 KW (510 HP) are based on the current 922 generation and mark the first one make cup racer from the esteemed German sportscar manufacturer to showcase a wide turbo spec body.
In the previous season, an impressive total of 47 drivers participated in the Porsche Deluxe Carrera Cup North America. The series takes place at some of the most significant events on the North American motorsports calendar including the 12 Hours of Sebring, the Long Beach Grand Prix, and the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway. In May 2024 the Miami International Autodrome is set to host round two of the 2024 championship.
The inclusion of the Porsche Deluxe Carrera Cup North America, combined with the presence of the F1 Academy, promises to bring even more thrilling track action to the highly anticipated FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX. With more than 240,000 fans attending the previous two events in Miami Gardens, the 2024 edition offers fans two new areas to immerse themselves in the excitement at the Miami International Autodrome.
These new offerings include the Vista at Turn 1 and The Villas, strategically situated at the first corner of the circuit. Due to high demand the 2024 Villa options can comfortably accommodate 20 guests while providing an unparalleled view of Turns 1 and 2. The Vista at Turn 1, on the other hand, offers an extraordinary experience and is surrounded by some of the most luxurious areas within the Miami Grand Prix circuit.
The Miami International Autodrome is geared up for another year of hosting the prestigious FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX, welcoming the return of the highly anticipated Porsche Deluxe Carrera Cup North America and introducing the exciting addition of F1 Academy as support races for the upcoming 2024 event. Tyler Epp President of the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX, expressed their enthusiasm for the forthcoming races. He noted that the private climate controlled suites with shaded viewing, complemented by world class food and beverages have been a massive hit among fans offering an exhilarating racetrack experience.
The Miami International Autodrome, now entering its third year as the host of the grand event has earned recognition for seamlessly blending luxury hospitality, thrilling racing action and a fan centric experience. The upcoming race promises to be even more captivating with the introduction of new areas such as The Villas and Vista at Turn 1. These exclusive spots allow fans to immerse themselves in the excitement of the opening lap from a climate controlled, luxurious setting. For the latest information about the 2024 FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX, fans and enthusiasts can visit the media site which features an array of up to date stories, event information, and high-resolution photography available for rights-free usage.
About Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix
The Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix introduced in 2022 on the FIA Formula 1 World Championship calendar stands as a premier culmination of world-class racing, fan experience, entertainment, and hospitality. Nestled in the heart of Miami Gardens, Florida, this event has gained recognition as the Best New Event of 2022 by the Sports Business Journal. Now entering its third year, the race is hosted by South Florida Motorsports (SFM) and takes place at the Miami International Autodrome, a 19-turn, 3.36-mile track situated within the iconic Hard Rock Stadium complex, home to the legendary Miami Dolphins NFL team.
During its initial two years, the event drew in more than 240,000 attendees across both weekends, providing a significant boost to tourism and generating an economic impact of $798 million for local businesses in the greater Miami region. SFM and Formula 1 have also joined forces to engage with and support the local Miami Gardens community, offering over 1,500 tickets to residents, establishing a STEM education program through F1 in Schools, providing event internships for local students, and featuring 14 local minority-owned restaurants on Campus during each year’s race weekend.
The third edition of the Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix is scheduled to take place from May 3 to May 5, 2024.