2024 Italian GP free betting predictions, driver odds & top bets

After the thrilling Dutch Grand Prix, Formula 1 heads to Monza for Round 16 of the 2024 season, with the Italian Grand Prix set for this weekend.

The action begins with Free Practice 1 at 12:30pm GMT on Friday, August 30, while the race itself kicks off at 2:00pm GMT on Sunday, September 1.

Fresh off the summer break, both the Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships are heating up, with McLaren and Lando Norris applying serious pressure. Norris secured a commanding win at Zandvoort, finishing 22.8 seconds ahead of the competition, making McLaren a formidable challenger.

Red Bull Racing leads the Constructors’ Championship with 434 points, but McLaren is closing in with 404 points.

On the Drivers’ side, Max Verstappen remains the leader, but Norris is closing the gap with 225 points after his recent victory, while teammate Oscar Piastri holds 179 points.

Following Zandvoort, McLaren appears to have the fastest car on the grid, and the Constructors’ title could be theirs to lose.

2024 Monza Grand Prix Driver Odds

Unsurprisingly, Lando Norris is the odds-on favorite with the top betting sites after his dominant performance at Zandvoort, which sent a strong message to the field.

Despite Mercedes’ struggles, their odds present some intriguing opportunities, while Charles Leclerc’s strong showing has also influenced his odds.

• Lando Norris (McLaren) – +100
• Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – +300
• Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – +700
• Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – +1000
• Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes) – +1200
• Carlos Sainz (Ferrari) – +1400
• George Russell (Mercedes) – +1400
• Sergio Perez (Red Bull) – +4000
• Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) – +25000
• Lance Stroll (Aston Martin) – +30000

More odds provided at Bovada

Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix 2024 Betting Picks

Lando Norris to Win Italian GP

With McLaren’s superior speed and Norris’ recent success, betting on him to win at +100 offers strong value for back-to-back victories.

Lewis Hamilton Podium Finish

Hamilton, tied with Michael Schumacher for the most podiums at Monza with eight, is a strong contender to make it nine. At +200, Hamilton represents good value for a podium finish as he looks to bounce back from his Zandvoort performance.

Pierre Gasly Points Finish

Pierre Gasly’s strong season continues, and PlayUp is offering +450 for a points finish at Monza. Alpine has consistently secured points this year, making this a promising bet for Gasly to go back-to-back in the points.

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