Supercar Rooms Hosts Miami GP Week For The Big Race In Miami During Formula 1

Supercar Rooms Miami is the world’s first members-only Auto Art Gallery and Curators of Automotive Interactive Experiences. Located in the heart of Miami’s Wynwood Arts and Entertainment District, founded and created by 'Elo,' the British-born automotive visionary. Supercar Rooms Miami houses one-of-a-kind creations such as the 1929 Rolls Royce Bootch, 1961 196 SP Ferrari vintage racing car, 2007 Shelby Supercar Ultimate Aero TT car number 1, 1958 450 S Maserati vintage racing car, and 1955 SL 300 Mercedes Gullwing, to name a few on rotation.

Formula 1 is coming to Miami in spectacular style, and Supercar Rooms Miami presents Miami GP Week. A week of adrenaline, fuel-injected automotive pleasure, a speed fest of action-packed entertainment, and a programmed activation each day to celebrate the automotive culture embedded here in South Florida.

Supercar Rooms Miami invites car enthusiasts to join them on an epic week-long experience with programmed activations each day to celebrate the automotive culture embedded here in South Florida. Teaming up with headline sponsor IWC Schaffhausen and Crypto sponsor Solana, a high-performance blockchain supporting builders around the world creating crypto apps that scale today, E11EVEN Vodka, Sunreef Yachts, and Exotics on Las Olas.

The week commences with:

May 3: 'Paddock Orientation Dinner': an introductory dinner hosted by Supercar Rooms Miami where a special menu is created and served while you network and enjoy the night within the car community. Here you will find out more detail about the upcoming events and start collecting your limited edition merchandise to get you through the week.

May 4: IWC watchmaker private session: Enjoy lunch at an award-winning Michelin star restaurant located in Miami Design District, sip on a cocktail whilst you are immersed into the world of IWC Schaffhausen. A private Watchmaking class will guide you into the world of luxury Swiss precision and detailing. Getting those gears turning you ready to proceed onto the next round... 'Ready, Set, GO!'

May 5: The day starts by clearing out the throttle of your supercar: A convoy of supercars will embark on a 60-mile drive down to the Florida Keys. Which 'Pole Position' will you place? Enjoy a delectable summer lunch and be guests to an EXCLUSIVE IWC unveiling!

May 6: Official Miami GP kick-off party: The weekend is almost upon us! 'Checkered Flag' is the VIP party where we get ready for one of the biggest races in Miami. Prepare for a night of supercars and extravagance. All-access is the theme of the night special guests will be announced very soon!

May 7: Qualification Day for Formula 1 at the Hardrock Stadium: Will run from 11:00 to 4:00 p.m.

May 7: Inaugural Grand Opening of the First-Ever Fabio Lamborghini Lifestyle US Store on Lincoln Road. The event will take place from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. This is a private and invite-only event.

May 7-8: Fabio Lamborghini Miami GP Week Fanfest: Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. 11:00 to 6:00p.m. The fanfest is open to the public and is a celebration of Lamborghini’s heritage in F1 dating back to 1991. Come see a display of Lamborghini’s old and new.

May 8: Holman Fanfest Experience: Join the Holman family of dealerships next to their luxury flagship dealership in Sunrise, Broward for a day filled with food, family-friendly fun, and all the exhilarating action from the racetrack from 11 am to 6 pm.

May 8: Race Day: Supercar Rooms Miami has secured multiple suites at the Hardrock Stadium, to which their members will be attending to watch the first inaugural race of Formula 1 in Miami.

In addition to the above, Supercar Rooms Miami will have additional Red Bull Beach grandstand access to the man-made beach and cabanas for its members. This will be a really fun experience as it will combine both Formula 1 racing in a typical day on the Beach Miami-style.

For more information on how to attend these events please visit the website www.supercarrooms.miami.

FTX OFF THE GRID ANNOUNCES UPCOMING MIAMI BEACH RACE WEEKEND FESTIVAL

Leading cryptocurrency exchange, FTX, in conjunction with partners the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, luxury Swiss watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen, the official timekeeper for the event, and the City of Miami Beach, will soon debut FTX Off The Grid, an unparalleled three-day series of unique and immersive experiences at the intersection of crypto, culture, and cars, during the most anticipated race weekend on the sporting calendar. Bringing the thrill of racing and the culture of Miami Beach to the masses, this unforgettable weekend-long event will unveil right on the sands of South Beach from May 6 - 8, 2022, hosted by Johanna Gomez, featuring ticketed performances by Disclosure, Kaytranada, Jamie XX, and more.

Home to some of the world’s most notable annual events including Art Basel, SOBE Wine and Food Festival, and Miami Swim Week, South Beach will now be home to the next milestone marquee event with FTX Off The Grid. Bringing motorsport fans, friends, collaborators, and culture seekers across music, sports, fashion, technology, and hospitality together in one space, the event will take place at 10th Street and the beachfront, directly on the sands of South Beach, just beyond the iconic, pastel-hued Art Deco buildings lining Ocean Drive. Complementing the natural vibrancy and beauty of Miami Beach, FTX Off The Grid will transform over 165,000 square feet of oceanfront space into an ‘Electric Beach’ themed entertainment venue, that captures both the style of the city and the innovative nature of the blockchain ecosystem and FTX.

Guests can anticipate three exciting days of multilayered activations, showcasing first-class entertainment, high-profile performances and surprise celebrity appearances; local cuisine and beverages; The IWC Big Pilot Exhibition; NFT art galleries and creation stations; a locally inspired fashion show; Mercedes-AMG car displays; dedicated Star Atlas Video Gaming Lounge that features both the best of gaming’s past and previews of its future, and so much more. There will also be an exclusive VIP hospitality space, coined the FTX Beach Club, which will be used for VIP entertainment and meet and greets.

“Formula 1 coming to Miami will signal the start of a US racing experience unlike any other. With Miami at the forefront of crypto and FTX leading the charge, it was the natural next step for FTX to capitalize on the hype and create something truly unique in Miami Beach. We’re extremely excited to finally unveil all that we’ve put into this multifaceted experiential event to all our guests,” said Sam Bankman-Fried, Chief Executive Officer of FTX.

On Saturday and Sunday, a Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 car will take to Ocean Drive for a high-energy spectacle that will have Miami Beach revved up for an incredible race weekend experience. Delivering constant energy to the event, local DJs will keep the crowd moving during the day as they explore everything FTX Off The Grid has to offer. As darkness falls on the beach, the stage will transition into a three-night ticketed concert series called ‘Sunset on the Sand’ produced in collaboration with III Points, Club Space and Link Miami Rebels, with special performances from Disclosure, Kaytranada, and Jamie XX.

“We’re excited to be collaborating with FTX Off The Grid over the Miami weekend,” shared Toto Wolff, Team Principal & CEO, Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1. “As the sport continues to develop in the US, it’s fantastic that FTX, with their inherent creativity and spirit of innovation, are seizing this opportunity to elevate the fan experience with their takeover of Miami Beach.”

“Our City and community are beyond excited about this race weekend. FTX Off The Grid promises to be an action-packed and epic festival,” said City of Miami Beach Mayor, Dan Gelber.

Explore the dimensions of FTX Off The Grid:

• Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Garage I Integrating the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team into the heart of the festival, fans will get the chance to get up close and personal with the team’s F1 car.

• FTX NFT Art Galleries & Creation Stations | Connecting fans to the FTX and blockchain ecosystem, guests will have unrivaled access to create, discover, and purchase NFTs all throughout the event. The event also features a collection of unique one-of-one NFTs for purchase by a local artist. Guests can also create their own NFTs, which can be minted and pressed onto swag on-site for an unforgettable takeaway.

• IWC Big Pilot Exhibition | IWC, the official timekeeper of FTX Off The Grid Miami Beach, will participate in the event with the return of their Big Pilot Exhibition, alongside an exclusive IWC lounge where they will entertain guests, partners and friends of the brand.

• Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG Car Display | Offering a look at the latest lineup of Mercedes vehicles, guests will have a chance to get up close with their favorite vehicle models from Mercedes-AMG, Mercedes-EQ, and Mercedes-Maybach, and learn about the newest performance features from a team of Mercedes experts. Complementing the Miami art scene, a local artist will also be creating a live art installation using a Mercedes vehicle as their canvas.

• Star Atlas Video Game Lounge | A metaverse that is pioneering the next generation of gaming, Star Atlas will offer guests an up-close look at the in-game experience in the Star Atlas video game lounge, which will be featured alongside classic, vintage arcade games.

• Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Merch Store | Giving guests access to official team merchandise, the store will deliver a pop-up experience, which will act as a physical showroom, showcasing the team’s replica race kit.

• Motorsport Games | Guests can put their on-track driving skills to the test in the unbelievably realistic racing simulators from Motorsport Games. Featuring the popular racing game, rFactor2 guests will have the opportunity to go head-to-head with their friends on an iconic global racetrack.

• Fashion Show | In partnership with a local Miami designer, a choreographed fashion show will take place on early Saturday evening against the backdrop of the iconic Miami Beach.

FTX Off The Grid will offer guests free access during the day and ticketed concert performances by night. Register for an exclusive NFT ticket and find more information on the line-up, activities, and schedule at www.ftxoffthegrid.com.

Formula One Is Coming To Downtown Miami In 2019 After City Commissioners Vote Unanimously

Last week the Miami City Commission voted 5-0 to bring a Formula One Grand Prix to Downtown Miami. Set to be part of Formula One's 2019 schedule, most likely in October, and will give the circuit a second event in the United States. The vote approved Resolution No. 22, which approves bringing a Formula One race to the city, Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, from 2019 through 2028. The 2.57-mile course will run through Downtown Miami's Biscayne Boulevard, American Airlines Arena and PortMiami; although 4-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton, who is ecstatic about the race coming to Miami, has said that he would like to see changes to the proposed track. Promotions will be handled by Related Companies' and Miami Dolphins' owner Stephen M. Ross via his Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality (RISE). 

The approval of Formula One to come to Miami will bring a major, positive economic impact to the city. Formula One has 500 million global fans and currently hosts 21 races across five continents which are broadcast to over 1.8 billion viewers. The U.S. Grand Prix, which takes place in Austin, has attracted over 200,000 visitors to the city during race weekends. Adding races in the United States has been a goal of Liberty Media Corp. who acquired Formula One in 2016 for $1.1 billion in cash, 138 million Liberty Media shares and $351 million worth of an exchangeable debt instrument, issued by Formula One, which can be exchanged for shares of Liberty Media. Liberty Media also assumed $4.1 billion in Formula One's current debt. Liberty Media is also aiming to host races in the Las Vegas and New York markets which should further bolster the sports' fast growing popularity in the U.S.