Oscar Piastri is set to make waves at the Miami Grand Prix as he arrives as the world championship leader for the very first time!
After clinching his third victory of the season in Saudi Arabia just two weeks ago, the Australian has carved out a **10-point lead** over his McLaren teammate, Lando Norris. Defending champion Max Verstappen trails closely behind in third, just two points adrift.
This trio is dominating the betting landscape for Sunday’s race, taking place in the vibrant surroundings of Hard Rock Stadium, home of the NFL’s Miami Dolphins. Piastri and Norris are joint favorites, aiming to secure McLaren’s **fifth win in six races** this season.
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Your Ultimate Miami GP Betting Tips!
- Lando Norris to win the Miami Grand Prix @ 11/8
- Charles Leclerc podium finish @ 7/4
- Yuki Tsunoda top-six finish @ 11/8
Norris Looks to Reignite His Season
Norris can channel his past successes for a triumphant return.
Norris dazzled in Australia with what was arguably his best career drive to date, but since then, luck has eluded him. After falling behind his younger teammate Piastri, the Bristolian is eager to reclaim his spot at the top.
Norris is known for his emotional investment, and his disappointment following the Saudi race was palpable, following mistakes that cost him valuable points. However, after a weekend off to recharge, the Miami Grand Prix is the *perfect* backdrop for his comeback—after all, he’s the reigning champion of this very circuit!
While Piastri has been impressive, it’s noteworthy that many of his wins have come when Norris faced challenges. Given a clean weekend, Norris may well outpace his teammate to repeat last year’s victory.
Leclerc and Ferrari Show Signs of Life
Leclerc is making solid progress with Ferrari.
Last time out in Saudi Arabia, Charles Leclerc secured Ferrari’s first podium of the season—a much-needed morale boost for the Scuderia. Despite a rocky start, there are signs that Ferrari is moving towards competitive form.
This weekend introduces a sprint-format event, and with Lewis Hamilton emerging victorious in the first short race of the season, anticipation is high. Leclerc’s impressive record at Miami—two podiums out of three races—suggests he could be a formidable contender.
Tsunoda Settling into the Red Bull Groove
Yuki Tsunoda is coming into his own alongside Verstappen.
The young driver has shown remarkable improvement, outperforming expectations despite a turbulent start. His recent performances have been promising, even if results haven’t always reflected it. After qualifying in the top ten for the past two races, Tsunoda is well-positioned to sneak into the top six this time around.
With the Red Bull car proving to be more competitive than anticipated, Tsunoda’s odds for a top-six finish are definitely worth considering. Bet with confidence on his continued ascent!
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