Formula 1: Australian Grand Prix

The 2024 F1 Australian GP will be the third race on the calendar, as Red Bull continues to dominate the sport. The first two races have surely indicated that Max Verstappen is more or less poised to continue in the same vein as he did last year. The first two races have seen him secure pole position and a win as he heads into the F1 Australian GP…

Max Verstappen is once again the overwhelming betting favorite for a Formula 1 race. This week, the action moves Down Under for the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday, March 24. See how the rest of the odds shake out for the season's third race. The Australian Grand Prix is the just third race of the Formula 1 season and Max Verstappen is already out…

Max Verstappen won the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix as everyone expected. But the story was hardly about him as Oliver Bearman, Ferrari's 18-year-old debutant, stole the headlines and everyone's hearts. The emergency backup finished seventh on the grid despite having little-to-no prep time as Carlos Sainz Jr. pulled out just days before the race. How…

Another day and yes, another layer to unpeel in the off-track dramas which continue to bubble away at Red Bull. With the respective futures of Helmut Marko and Max Verstappen in the spotlight across the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix race weekend, now it is Christian Horner's turn to face fresh speculation. Let us take a look at the key talking points…

Having looked nothing short of dominant in the 2023 F1 season thus far, Red Bull is the F1 Constructors Championship odds heavy favorite to capture the constructors' championship at -2500. Even Mercedes's George Russell quipped: "They should win every single race." Red Bull already holds a 58-point lead over Aston Martin and is favored to win the…

As with every great scandal, it is just a matter of time before the -gate suffix is attached, stemming from the Watergate scandal of the 1970s that led Richard Nixon to become the only US President to resign. So, the 2007 espionage crisis that engulfed Formula 1's two biggest teams was popularly dubbed Spygate with McLaren being hit with the…

How good was Alex Albon's 2023 Formula 1 season in the Williams FW45? Good enough, certainly, to single-handedly earn Williams its best constructors' championship finish in six years. Good enough, too, for the 27-year-old to earn sixth place in The Race's end-of-year multi-contributor ranking of every 2023 F1 driver. But were aspects of it at a…

A new F1 documentary series has been released for the world to enjoy with Hollywood star Keanu Reeves fronting a comprehensive Disney+ take on the Brawn GP story, taking viewers behind the scenes of their remarkable double title-winning 2009 season. After watching all four episodes of Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story ourselves, we've picked…

Disney+ has announced a new documentary starring Keanu Reeves that will explore the historic story of the famous 2009 Formula 1 World Championship and the drivers who led their team to victory against all the odds. It's certainly a reflection of the times we find ourselves in; following the global success of Netflix's hit docuseries Drive to…

Next weekend, Formula 1's summer break comes to an end at the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort - the first of a ten round second leg of the season. But of those ten rounds almost half of them - four - will take place under the lights at night time. The Singapore, Qatar, Las Vegas and season-ending Abu Dhabi grands prix will all be taking place at…

Location: Melbourne, Australia Course: Albert Park Circuit Course Length: 5.28km Laps: 58 Red Bull has dominated the first two races of the 2023 calendar, scoring 1-2 finishes at both Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. However, after Max Verstappen suffered from a mechanical failure during qualifying at the latter location, teammate Sergio Perez took pole…

Lewis Hamilton's chances to win an eighth Formula 1 world championship have taken a hit to start the 2023 season, despite his runner-up finish in Melbourne. Red Bull have continued their momentum from the 2022 Formula 1 season with the new RB19 in 2023, winning the first three races of the year. But Mercedes have continued to struggle after winning…

After a month-long break, Formula 1 bursts back into life with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where the first F1 Sprint of the season will also take place. As we build up to the on-track action, here's everything you need to know for this weekend's visit to Baku, featuring expert insight from former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer and former F1 strategist…

Outright Betting - Max Verstappen Podium Finish Acca - Max Verstappen, Sergio Perez, Lewis Hamilton Points Finish - Alex Albon *All prices are bang up to date with our snazzy widgets, while odds in copy are accurate at time of publishing but subject to change After a month-long break, the Formula 1 circus leaps back into action with the Azerbaijan…

Over the years, numerous talented drivers have participated in this F1 event, showcasing their skills and earning recognition as some of the best in the world along them several Aussie drivers. However, along with the thrill of the race comes the issue of gambling. Gambling has always been a part of sports, and the Grand Prix is no exception. Many…

As part of our new F1 preview package, Louis will return on Saturday with a post-qualifying look at the markets. Get more from Louis at f1tipster.com. 1pt e.w. Sergio Perez to win the Azerbaijan GP at 9/2 (General 1/3 1,2) 1pt Albon to win qualifying group (v Ocon, Gasly & Norris) at 11/2 (bet365) 0.5pt both Williams to win their qualifying groups…

For Lewis Hamilton, that guy is fencing star Miles Chamley-Watson. The 33-year-old was born in London, but competed in the Olympics for the USA, where he has mostly lived. Recently, the racing driver and his best buddy, a 2016 Olympic bronze medallist, were spotted in the dessert enjoying the festivities of the Coachella music festival. A trendy…

It's moments before Kevin Magnussen clonks the wall to rip off a tyre on lap 54 of 58 in the 2023 Australian Grand Prix. The shredded rubber will shortly result in a second red flag to cause the contest to descend into chaos. Anyhow, at this point, Max Verstappen leads Lewis Hamilton by almost 8.5 seconds. That margin pushes Red Bull more than a…

Now, there's a long, long way to go in the season, but Formula One fans have been here before, and the aesthetic is all too familiar. Few would begrudge anyone calling it a Red Bull win already, even if the Australian Grand Prix showed a divergence from the familiar one-two finish for the Austrian team. Even the £6 million fine and ten per cent…

Formula 1 has shifted to Australia for Round 3 of the 2023 season. Red Bull driver Max Verstappen claimed an impressive podium in Saudi Arabia last time out, but will his car be more reliable in Melbourne? Or can Ferrari's Charles Leclerc mirror his 2022 performance at Albert Park and claim his first race win of the new campaign? For all the…

BOXSCORE | NEW YORK (April 18, 2023) Sixteens season have passed since legendary Formula 1 driver Fernando Alonso last one the World Drivers' Championship in 2006.A two-time winner, with Renault, at the age of 41 he still continues to be a force in this sport but is there any chance that he goes on to win his third title this year?Last August,…

If you were lucky enough to be part of the capacity crowd at the Australian Grand Prix, you'd have been forgiven for thinking Daniel Ricciardo was still racing this season. No driver was better supported or more comprehensively mobbed than Ricciardo. Any speculation that his dire two seasons with McLaren might have dented enthusiasm for his…

The cancellation of the Chinese Grand Prix - originally slated for April 16 - left a four-week break in Formula 1's 2023 schedule that it elected not to fill. It creates an unusually large gap in an otherwise frenetic season and may prove to be a blessing for some teams that are struggling three rounds into the year. For other teams, it might…

Alonso has taken three podiums in three races at the start of 2023 to put Aston Martin, who finished seventh last year, second in the constructors' championship behind Red Bull. Krack says the 41-year-old two-time champion has had a transformative effect on a team who have also made a major step forward with their car. "From the first day, he…

1pt Alex Albon to finish in the points at 11/10 (General) Pre-qualifying tip: 1pt Valtteri Bottas to finish in the points at 9/4 (General) Starting in 8th gives ALEX ALBON a great chance of securing a POINTS FINISH in Melbourne. The Williams driver delivered strong showings in qualifying, consistently posting the quickest times in the middle sector…

GEORGE RUSSELL was forced to retire from the Australia Grand Prix after his car SET ON FIRE. The Mercedes driver had been enjoying a good race in Melbourne until his afternoon was cut prematurely short. Russell had overtaken championship Max Verstappen on lap one after a better getaway off the grid. Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton However, this…

George Russell believes victory was possible in the Australian Grand Prix - if he kept Formula 1 teammate Lewis Hamilton behind him. Mercedes driver Russell ultimately retired in Melbourne with an engine failure, but did take the lead of the race at the start, muscling past pole-sitter Max Verstappen from second place. When the Safety Car was…

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Max Verstappen, Sergio Pérez, and their RB-19s are poised to have an inner team rivalry for the Drivers' Championship, while Red Bull hopes it has a big enough gap to overcome 2021 cost cap penalties on aerodynamic testing. As the rest of the Formula 1 grid develops their cars to catch Red Bull, excellent betting options remain. With Red Bull ready…

Image Source: Shutterstock.com It's time for the third Formula 1 race of the 2023 season, and the winners of the first two - Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez - are the top two betting favorites to win the Australian GP on Sunday. If the oddsmakers are right, it means that we'll see Red Bull Racing-Honda RBPT record the third win of the season. Of…

In Damon Hill's eyes, his iconic rivalry with Michael Schumacher hasn't existed for a long time. The former world champion has made a heartbreaking comment about where his relationship with his former bitter rival sits as the world continues to pray for a miracle surrounding the German's health. Schumacher's wife Corinna has overseen the effort to…

Mercedes have had another difficult start to the Formula One calendar, as Lewis Hamilton has secured back-to-back fifth place finishes, while George Russell ended Bahrain and Jeddah in seventh and fourth. Despite beating both Ferraris in Saudi Arabia, Mercedes were far from in contention for the podium places, trailing the Aston Martin of Fernando…

What will happen in this weekend's F1 Australian Grand Prix These odds from Ladbrokes were correct at the time of writing. Red Bull looks like the dominant force once again, which is expected. The RB19 clearly does even better on high-speed tracks like the Albert Park Circuit, so expect Verstappen to have another weekend unchallenged at the top of…

Max Verstappen might look close to unbeatable at the Australian Grand Prix today - but funny things happen in racing and there are plenty of good value markets to keep punters interested. The reigning world champion will start at the unbackable odds of $1.35 after predictably finishing on top in qualifying, with the Mercedes pair of George…

Formula 1 heads to Australia this week for the third race of the 2023 campaign. Red Bull has proven to be in a class of its own this season, taking the top two spots in each of the first two races. Each driver, Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez, have one win each ahead of the Australian race. Can anyone else dethrone Red Bull for at least a…

Daniel Ricciardo is confident his Formula One dream is not over and said: "If I really want to return to the grid, I will make it happen". Ricciardo is spending this season on the sidelines after he was dumped by McLaren The 33-year-old is back in the paddock for this weekend's Australian Grand Prix in his role as Red Bull reserve driver. However,…

George Russell might just leave himself red-faced if he was to claim victory at the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday. The Brit finished second in qualifying, with Lewis Hamilton third as the Mercedes duo placed behind pole-sitter Max Verstappen. And it would be some turnaround for Mercedes if they were to snatch victory over Red Bull ace and…

The Formula 1 circus travels to Melbourne for the Australian GP this weekend. Red Bull soar into the third round of the season with two wins to their name, but Aston Martin have thrown the proverbial Cat amongst the Pigeons, taking the fight to both Ferrari and Mercedes, and even the reigning Champs in the opening rounds. What does this weekend…

With Max Verstappen qualifying on the pole, Red Bull Racing-Honda RBPT looks to make it three straight wins to begin the 2023 season. Our Formula 1 Australian GP picks highlight some of the best ways to wager on Sunday morning's race in Melbourne. The 2023 season's third F1 race takes place in The Land Down Under this weekend. F1's Australian Grand…

Max Verstappen will look to get back to winning ways at the 2023 Australian Grand Prix after his qualifying nightmare last time out in Saudi Arabia. Despite him recovering to finish P2 from P15 on the grid - behind teammate Sergio Perez - the Dutchman will be hoping for an even better weekend when the action gets underway in Melbourne. Perez will…

Red Bull have made a fast start to the year and will be looking to claim their third consecutive win this weekend in Melbourne - but what do the odds say about their chances of victory at the Australian Grand Prix? 188BET's odds are presented in decimal form: for every $1 wagered you would win the figure represented by the odds; so if Verstappen is…

Formula 1 heads Down Under for one of the most anticipated races of the season, the Australian Grand Prix. The pre-race narrative: Charles Leclerc won this event last year and though he's struggled to start the campaign, we're expecting a podium finish on Sunday. We're also expecting George Russell to beat out his Mercedes teammate Lewis…

Odds above from DraftKings Sportsbook as of March 28, 2023. For the second time in as many races, Red Bull swept the top of the podium two weeks ago in Saudi Arabia. But with Max Verstappen seizing the fastest lap from Sergio Perez on the final lap of the race, he denied "Checo" his first career lead in the Standings, and further intensified a…

The F1 Australian Grand Prix is a motor race that takes place annually in Melbourne, Australia. Set to run between March 30 to April 2, 2023, this is regarded as one of the most prestigious competitions on the circuit and is a part of the FIA Formula One World Championship. Some of the most well-known names in motorsport, such as Ayrton Senna,…

Formula One returns to Australia and Albert Park in Melbourne this weekend much to the delight of fans Down Under. One of the most recognised circuits on the F1 calendar, the Australian Grand Prix moved to this venue back in 1996 and has witnessed some famous moments ever since. From Michael Schumacher's dominance to Mark Webber's dream home debut…

In 2022 Formula 1 attracted over 445 million viewers over the season, with 100 million GP fans tuning in across Brazil over the year. Although Brazil has some of the highest viewing figures globally, they are not the only one that loves its motorsports. The Australian Grand Prix is taking place on April 2nd, and Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit is set…

The F1 paddock will make the long trip from Saudi Arabia to Melbourne ahead of this weekend's Australian Grand Prix. The 2023 Formula 1 season is already looking like a foregone conclusion given the extent of Red Bull's dominance, so an inter-team title battle is now the only hope for an entertaining championship fight. Without further ado, here…

A very special guest joins host Tom Clarkson for the latest episode of the Beyond The Grid podcast, as Paul Stoddart sits down to reflect on his five-year spell as team boss of Minardi in the noughties, and the rollercoaster of emotions that came with it… The highest point of that wild ride came when, against the odds, Minardi claimed a spectacular…

The 2023 F1 season has, so far, been dominated by Red Bull, and the early odds to win the Australian Grand Prix expect no different, with Max Verstappen the heavy odds-on favorite, followed by teammate Sergio Perez... and then everybody else. Photo By - USA TODAY Sports Through two races of the 2023 F1 calendar, one trend is becoming abundantly…

Sergio Perez is finally listed as the second favorite to win the 2023 Formula 1 world championship following his dominant display in Saudi Arabia. The 2023 Formula 1 season became Sergio Perez's fourth consecutive winning season on Sunday at Jeddah Corniche Circuit, as he earned the fifth victory of his career and his first in the Saudi Arabian…