US GP: Where To Watch, Odds, And Predictions

The Formula 1 Pirelli United States Grand Prix is taking place at the Circuit of The Americas in Austin on the weekend of October 18 – 20th, 2024. This high-adrenaline 56-lap race will see the best of the best compete at speeds exceeding 300 km/h.

This guide will tell you where to watch, which drivers to keep an eye on for taking home the trophy, and what the betting odds suggest for the upcoming race.

Where to Watch the USA Grand Prix

For Malaysian F1 fans, there are plenty of options to catch the US Grand Prix. You can watch the race live on https://f1tv.formula1.com, the official Formula 1 broadcast site, or catch all the action on Astro SuperSport, which is the go-to channel for Formula 1 in Malaysia. Due to the location of the race, the main event will start at 2:00 AM on Sunday, October 20th.

Which Drivers To Look Out For

Despite previous performances lacking in the past six races, Max Verstappen remains a favourite to win the US Grand Prix. He has shown exceptional form in the early races of the season, and with more tweaks to his car, he is predicted to come back strong for the final five races.

Other key drivers to watch include the two drivers from McLaren, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Norris is currently the top competitor for Verstappen’s championship title, and has consistently delivered podium finishes this season. Piastri has also been an unstoppable force and is considered a solid pick for the race win, or at least a podium finish.

Not to be forgotten is Ferarri’s Charles Leclerc. He has been a consistent podium finisher in 2024, standing on the top step twice this season.

Qualifying will play a major role in determining the race’s outcome, as pole sitters often cross the finish line first come race day. Should a driver outside the top two teams (McLaren and Red Bull) secure a front-row start, the odds will shift dramatically.

So, make sure to keep an eye on Saturday’s qualifying for any surprises that may impact race day betting strategies.

Betting Odds

According to betting sites in MY, the USA Grand Prix odds for the win are currently as follows:

Lando Norris: +1100

Oscar Piastri: +1200

Max Verstappen: -400

Based on these odds, it is clear that Verstappen is a strong favourite to take home the trophy.

Apart from betting on the winner, punters can also consider these bets to make it more interesting:

Pole position (winner of the qualifying session)
Fastest lap
First lap winner

US Formula 1 Grand Prix Betting Tips

The 2024 Formula 1 season has been more exciting and unpredictable than the past two years, seeing seven different winners across 18 races. With this unpredictability, here are some betting tips to keep in mind for the upcoming race:

Spread your bets across race winner, podium finishes, fastest laps and qualifying.
Bet on the safety car appearing, as it is common for the Austin race.
Compare odds across different sportsbooks.
The lines will shift closer to the race.

Wrapping Up

Betting on Formula 1 races can be daunting, so it is a smart move to stay in the know and keep up to date with the odds. Red Bull’s Verstappen seems to be a favourite for the USA GP, but the two McLaren drivers have proven their talent in the past few races. With the unpredictable nature of Formula 1, the USA GP is set to be exciting.