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IN PHOTOS: Check out the special driver helmets and one-off car liveries at the Miami Grand Prix

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MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 02: Daniel Ricciardo of Australia and Visa Cash App RB has a seat fitting in

As F1 returns to action at the Miami Grand Prix, there has also been plenty going on off the track when it comes to showing off some striking helmet designs and special car liveries for the weekend. Check out some of the best below…

Ferrari

While red is synonymous with Ferrari, for this weekend the SF-24 will also feature flashes of blue to mark the 70th anniversary of the Scuderia’s presence in North America.

GALLERY: Ferrari unveil special livery for Miami Grand Prix

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 02: The Miami livieried cars of Charles Leclerc of Monaco and Ferrari and

Ferrari are sporting a touch of blue for the Miami Grand Prix

Charles Leclerc

And with that, the team’s drivers have opted for a change when it comes to their lids. Charles Leclerc unveiled his design ahead of the event to support the one-off colour scheme.

READ MORE: Leclerc echoes Hamilton’s comments about Newey as he says star designer ‘can make the difference’

Carlos Sainz

Fellow Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz is also sticking to the theme, with his helmet featuring the historic Azzurro Dino shade of blue.

READ MORE: Sainz’s manager says ‘we’re still playing the game’ as he gives update on the Spaniard’s F1 future

RB

Elsewhere on the grid, RB have embraced a colourful look via their “Chameleon” livery. The team have said that the design was inspired by the palette associated with the city of Florida and the colour tones on the Cash App Visa Chameleon Card.

GALLERY: RB reveal striking 'Chameleon' livery for Miami Grand Prix

MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 29: A side view of the Visa Cash App RB VCARB 01 livery prior to the Visa

RB are sporting a colourful special livery for the weekend

Daniel Ricciardo

To match his bright new car, Daniel Ricciardo has also chosen a striking design for his helmet.

READ MORE: Horner says Ricciardo needs to show ‘head-turning form’ if he wants Red Bull return

Max Verstappen

Being the only driver to win on Formula 1’s two previous visits to Miami, Max Verstappen will be hoping to extend his run this weekend. He’ll be sporting a helmet fetauring the colours of the American flag for the occasion.

READ MORE: Verstappen responds to questions on future after Newey’s Red Bull departure

Oscar Piastri

We certainly won’t miss Oscar Piastri with this eye-catching helmet design, adorned with an array of colours and some palm trees as a nod to the local terrain.

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Sergio Perez

Another noticeable look comes courtesy of Sergio Perez. The Mexican’s helmet sports an alligator look, while also including the flags of the countries of South America on the top.

READ MORE: Horner in ‘no rush’ to confirm Red Bull’s 2025 line-up as he explains Perez’s change in approach

Esteban Ocon

As Alpine look to improve on their difficult start to the season, Esteban Ocon will be hoping that his special new lid – featuring a graffiti-style design – will bring him luck in Miami.

READ MORE: Alpine sign Sanchez to oversee team’s technical department

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