F1 Qatar Grand Prix Prediction and Odds 2024

Initially serving as a stand-in for the 2021 F1 Australia Grand Prix (which was first postponed, then finally canceled due to Covid), and then making way for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the 2024 F1 Qatar Grand Prix is back for its third-ever edition of this race.

As for what we can expect in the 2024 F1 Qatar GP predictions for this year’s edition, there are way more questions over who’s the hot favorite to win this race than there were in last year’s edition. After dominating just about every race, Max Verstappen has had a bit of a fall from grace in the back half of this year’s F1 season.

That should make for some tense racing this year. After all, F1 racing can always defy the odds. From crashes to mechanicals, and even just some bad luck, there’s always something just waiting to throw a spanner in the works, even for the best.

So let’s take a closer look at all the latest betting picks, tips, and predictions for the 2024 Qatar GP.

2024 F1 Qatar GP Information, Analysis

F1 Qatar Grand Prix Prediction Losail International Circuit Course Details

While the Qatar F1 Grand Prix is a relatively recent addition to the F1 calendar, the course itself has a bit of history behind it.

First opened in 2004 as a bike racing circuit, the Losail International Circuit has already played host to multiple international motor racing events, including the Moto GP and the WorldSBK.

However, with a 10-year contract to fulfill, Losail has had a few renovations ahead of the 2023 F1 Qatar Grand Prix. Notably, the venue capacity was upgraded to handle almost seven times its original capacity, from just 8,000 to 52,000.

Naturally, as a bike-oriented circuit, the Losail track features plenty of flowing, medium-to-high speed corners. There are also plenty of long straightaways, including a 1km+ main straight heading into turn 1. There are also a couple of elevation changes to keep things interesting for the drivers.

As for the 2024 F1 Qatar Grand Prix predictions for the weather, expect warm conditions. Located just North of Doha, average temps around this time of year suggest we should see something in the region of 28 degrees Celsius come race time.

As is usual, the race itself will be held over a total length of just over 300km (308.826 km, to be precise, or 191.895 miles). That will see drivers completing 57 laps of the 5.418 km (3.367 miles) long Losail International Circuit.

2024 F1 Qatar Grand Prix Odds to Win — Who to Watch

When the last edition of the F1 Qatar Grand Prix was held back in 2021, both pole position, and the final victory were taken by Mercedes’s Lewis Hamilton. Following him in the final standings, we then saw Verstappen crossing the finish line a touch under 26 seconds back, and Fernando Alonso coming in third, almost a minute behind. Last year, it was a different story, with Verstappen taking the win and Hamilton nowhere to be seen. In fact, he DNF’d.

Of course, things are once again looking a little different for the 2024 F1 Qatar Grand Prix predictions. Lewis Hamilton, while still performing well, is nowhere near his 2021 form. And as for the young Verstappen, while he was once unquestionably great, his recent downfall has cast serious doubts over his ability to dominate every race he enters.

Max Verstappen Odds

Racing for Red Bull, Max Verstappen is no longer the clear favorite to win. Of course, that doesn’t take away from how great he can be — Max holds the record for the fastest lap around Losail International Circuit, setting a 1:23.196 time back in 2021.

Carlos Sainz Betting Tips

Aside from a couple of DNFs, Carlos Sainz has been exceptionally consistent this season, always finishing within the top 6. These results include multiple podium finishes, although even with Verstappen’s slump, he hasn’t won a race since the start of the season when he won the F1 Australia Grand Prix.

Charles Leclerc Prediction

Leclerc has been having an incredible season this year and is currently sitting in third place in the Driver’s Championship. He’s also managed to nab more than his fair share of podiums, including three wins for the season.

Lando Norris Win Probability

Lando’s 2024 season got off to a mediocre but not terrible start, but as the season has progressed, he’s gotten increasingly consistent. In the last half of the season, it’s been rare to see him finish off the podium, and we don’t expect the 2024 F1 Qatar Grand Prix to play out any differently.

Upcoming F1 Race Schedule

Before we get to our F1 Qatar GP prediction, don’t forget to also check out the upcoming F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Prediction that follows hot on the heels of this race.

Also, for more chances to win, be sure to check out our full list of betting picks and tips.

Prediction for F1 Qatar Grand Prix 2024

The prediction for the F1 Qatar Grand Prix 2024 is as follows:

• 1st Place — Lando Norris: Lando Norris has had a stellar second half to the 2024 season. He’s got a good chance of taking first in Qatar.

• 2nd Place — Charles LeClerc: Leclerc has been a real contender in most races for quite a while now. There’s every chance he’ll be in hot contention in Qatar.

• 3rd Place — Max Verstappen: Max Verstappen will be looking to make up for lost ground and will very likely bring his A-game to this race. We expect to see him making the podium.

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