Bet on the Hungarian GP: F1 Betting Markets Heat Up as Piastri Extends His Lead
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The 2025 Formula 1 season is reaching a boiling point, and the Hungarian Grand Prix is set to be the perfect stage for another weekend of wheel-to-wheel drama. The Hungaroring in Budapest, a tight and technical circuit, has long been a favourite for fans and drivers alike — and this year, it’s shaping up to be a pivotal showdown in the championship race.
Sportingbet is thrilled to offer a wide range of F1 betting markets for the 2025 Hungarian GP. Whether you're a seasoned punter or a newcomer looking to bet on F1, now's the time to get involved. With top-tier talent and fierce rivalries unfolding, our F1 betting odds reflect just how close the action has become.
Piastri vs Norris: A McLaren Power Struggle
Oscar Piastri enters Hungary as the man to beat. Fresh off his sixth win of the season in a wet-to-dry thriller at Spa, the young Australian driver is 16 points clear at the top of the standings. His decisive move on teammate Lando Norris at the start of the Belgian Grand Prix showcased not only courage but precision tyre strategy and calm race management.
Now returning to the site of his first-ever Formula 1 victory — the 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix — Piastri is second only to Norris in the F1 betting markets. You can bet on the Hungarian GP race winner with odds of:
Oscar Piastri – 2.50
Lando Norris – 2.40
Max Verstappen – 6.00
It's tight at the top, with McLaren holding the upper hand. However, don’t count out Red Bull or Ferrari just yet. Verstappen, though struggling in recent outings, is still capable of pulling out a win — especially in unpredictable conditions.
Team Battle: Who Will Win in Budapest?
The F1 betting odds for team winners this weekend clearly favour McLaren:
McLaren – 1.28
Red Bull – 6.00
Ferrari – 6.50
McLaren’s dominance is reflected in their recent performances, but Hungary is known for surprises. Could this be the race where Ferrari or Red Bull mount a comeback?
With the market "Which car will win the race?", punters can make the call — do you back the consistent brilliance of McLaren, or roll the dice on a big odds payout from Red Bull or Ferrari?
Verstappen: Long Shot or Sleeping Giant?
Max Verstappen finds himself in unfamiliar territory — 81 points behind Piastri in the championship. After finishing fourth at Spa and a series of on-track frustrations, the Dutchman is no longer the dominant force of previous seasons.
Sportingbet’s "Verstappen vs Any Other Driver" market paints the picture clearly:
Verstappen – 6.00
Any Other Driver – 1.09
While the odds may be stacked against him, Verstappen has made a career out of bouncing back. Can the Hungarian GP spark a resurgence?
Weekend Schedule: Key Times for Bettors
Friday 1 August
FP1: 13:30 SAST
FP2: 17:00 SAST
Saturday 2 August
FP3: 12:30 SAST
Qualifying: 16:00 SAST
Sunday 3 August
Race: 15:00 SAST
This is the final race before the summer break, so expect drivers to go all-out before regrouping for the back half of the season.
Why Bet on F1 with Sportingbet?
Whether you're backing Piastri to extend his lead or banking on Verstappen to make a miraculous comeback, our markets provide the odds and excitement to match.
So, if you're ready to bet on F1, this weekend’s Hungarian GP is the perfect place to start. Explore our full list of F1 betting odds, lock in your predictions, and enjoy every twist and turn of the Budapest circuit.
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