High-Speed Drone Racing Heads to Miami
Twelve top-notch pilots from various countries are set to race drones at lightning speeds in Miami on February 1, 2025.
The Drone Racing League (DRL) is gearing up for its 2025 U.S. Air Force Miami Invitational, featuring a dozen elite pilots. This thrilling event will unfold at loanDepot Park, where drones will zip through a glowing, futuristic track at speeds reaching 90 mph. It’s an exciting spectacle scheduled for Saturday evening, promising loads of fun for everyone. If you want to join the action, tickets are available at drl.io/tickets.
A Special Place in DRL’s Heart
Miami isn’t new to DRL; it hosted the league’s inaugural race back in 2016. Evan “Headsup” Turner, a two-time champion, can’t wait to fly in Miami again.
“I’m so excited to return to Miami for the DRL U.S. Air Force Miami Invitational and am super honored to be named the U.S. Air Force Team Pilot this year,” said Turner. “This is a world-class event for our sport and nothing beats seeing all the amazing fans and families come out to support our pilots, partners, and the league. This is going to be incredible! Let’s fly, Miami!”
The 2025 competition, backed by the U.S. Air Force, will turn the stadium into a dynamic 3D course with lights and music, challenging pilots to show off their speed and skills.
Sometimes, people wonder how fast drones can really go!
Introducing the 2025 Pilots
Meet the diverse group of pilots ready to showcase their unique styles:
- AlexFPV (28, Tennessee): Known for fearless racing, he’s in his third year and has several wins.
- Amari (29, Texas): A seasoned pro, he finished third last season.
- ChrisM (24, Denmark): After winning the 2023 DRL SIM Tryouts, he’s trained over 700 hours.
- Halowalker (21, Germany): Back for the third year, he secured second place last season.
- Headsup (21, Tennessee): A two-time champion and U.S. Air Force Team Pilot.
- Killian (20, France): A strong contender with frequent podium finishes.
- Leviathann (20, California): A rookie making his debut.
- MCK FPV (20, South Korea): The current World Champion who started competing at age 12.
- MrChaus (23, Tennessee): A computer science graduate student debuting this year.
- Noical (21, Massachusetts): Another newcomer this season.
- Pawelos (21, Poland): Competing for the second time, known for his determination.
- Propsicle (18, Illinois): Began racing at 13 and debuts with DRL.
The Future of Drone Racing
The Miami Invitational marks a new chapter for DRL, now owned by Infinite Reality. This partnership highlights the growing trend of blending real-life and virtual racing experiences.
Attendees will dive into a world where cutting-edge technology meets exhilarating competition, all while enjoying a family-friendly vibe.
For more details on the league and its pilots, visit DRL.io.
