F1 Betting Tips Challenge – Qatar GP

These figures give you a clear picture of the highs and lows, the risks taken, and the rewards reaped. It’s a roller-coaster ride of predictions, strategies, and outcomes. And as we gear up for the Qatar GP this weekend, the anticipation is palpable. What bets will our tipsters place? Who will emerge as the top predictor for this race? And most importantly, who will take the lead in the season’s profit and loss tally?

Stay tuned to F1-fantasy.com as we unveil the tips chosen for the Qatar GP. Whether you’re an avid F1 fan, a betting enthusiast, or someone looking for some expert insights, our “F1 Betting Tips Challenge” promises to keep you on the edge of your seat. Join Stephen, Luke, and Ant on this thrilling journey and witness the perfect blend of passion, strategy, and expertise. The race is on!

Stephen’s selections: 

Q1 winning margin (Sprint) – over 0.25 seconds – Odds 2.37 – 5 Points
“In 2 of the 3 sprint shootouts this year the gap in Q1 has been over 0.25 with only Austria being the expectation. I believe would could well see the same again as the Red Bull seems to adapt to tracks a lot earlier than other cars are able to.”

First driver to make a pit stop – Kevin Magnussen – Odds 17.0 – 1 point
“After having won on this bet a few weeks back this is a bet worth a gamble on a few midfield runnings. This week I think Haas is going to need to bring Kevin in early and will be the first to stop.”

Fastest Team Pitstop – McLaren – Odds 3.75 – 3 points
“McLaren are always there or there about with these pit stops and this is a bet I’m adding every week till the end of the season.”

To be the last driver to make a pitstop – Alex Albon – Odds 29.0 – 1 point
Alex is known for being able to push the most out of his tyres in the Williams and I can see him doing a long stint with a late pit stop to finish off his race to push for the points.

Luke’s selections: 

Qualifying Match Bet – Carlos Sainz (v Charles Leclerc) – 2.20 – 3 Points
“Sainz has been on better form lately over Leclerc and there seems to be good value for this bet for Sainz to outperform Leclerc in qualifying”

Number of Safety Cars – Over 1.5 – 3.50 – 2 Points
“We have not been to this circuit since 2021 and there are a lot of drivers who will be green here, I also expect to have a lot of reliability issues due to the time in the season and the heat”

Last Driver to make a pitstop – Max Verstappen – 4.50 – 2 Points
“On the weekend he will most definitely clinch the Drivers Championship, I’m certain Max will want to give the best performance possible and will be pitting last in order to get a grand slam so he will manage his gap and react to 2nd place pitting”

Both Cars Point Finish – Aston Martin – 3.00 – 3 Points
“This is a big gamble for Stroll not to bin it, however, I believe the car should be quick enough for both drivers to finish in the top 10”

Ant’s selections: 

Fastest in Practice 1 – Sergio Perez – Odds  15.0 – 2 Points
“I am a fool for thinking Red Bull will allow Perez any joy this weekend. But if they do, it will be in P1. I mean it won’t, but I am happy to dream.”

Q1 winning margin (Main Race) – Between 0.1 and 0.25 – Odds 3.0 – 2 Points
“My favourite bet returns once again. I wanted to include something slightly realistic in this selection as opposed to my otherwise wild bets.”

Sprint winner – Carlos Sainz – Odds 23.0 – 2 Points
“If there is going to be any surprise whatsoever when it comes to Max dominating, I feel the sprint will be that. The price is attractive, and I like the way Sainz is driving lately.”

Sprint Race winning margin – Under 4 Seconds – Odds 4.5 – 2 Points
“Under 4 seconds seems pretty unrealistic if Max dominates as expected. However, I am basing this on my Sainz bet to win the sprint, and if he does so, I can see it being under.”

Red flag in Race – Yes – Odds 5.5 – 2 Points
“The race could be lacking any real action if truth be told. I wishful for a collision at the start (and that no one is hurt) which stops the race, or for Yuki to do Yuki things and be too aggressive”

Betting Summary:

Stephen
Q1 winning margin (Sprint) – over 0.25 seconds – Odds 2.37 – 5 Points
First driver to make a pit stop – Kevin Magnussen – Odds 17.0 – 1 point
Fastest Team Pitstop – McLaren – Odds 3.75 – 3 points
To be the last driver to make a pitstop – Alex Albon – Odds 29.0 – 1 point

Luke
Qualifying Match Bet – Carlos Sainz (v Charles Leclerc) – 2.20 – 3 Points
Number of Safety Cars – Over 1.5 – 3.50 – 2 Points
Last Driver to make a pitstop – Max Verstappen – 4.50 – 2 Points
Both Cars Point Finish – Aston Martin – 3.00 – 3 Points

Ant
Fastest in Practice 1 – Sergio Perez – Odds  15.0 – 2 Points
Q1 winning margin (Main Race) – Between 0.1 and 0.25 – Odds 3.0 – 2 Points
Sprint winner – Carlos Sainz – Odds 23.0 – 2 Points
Sprint Race winning margin – Under 4 Seconds – Odds 4.5 – 2 Points
Red flag in Race – Yes – Odds 5.5 – 2 Points

*all odds are taken from bet365