{"id":34304,"date":"2025-04-11T10:34:53","date_gmt":"2025-04-11T14:34:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/?p=34304"},"modified":"2025-04-11T10:34:55","modified_gmt":"2025-04-11T14:34:55","slug":"2025-bahrain-grand-prix-predictions-picks-and-betting-odds-formula-1-betting-april-13","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/motorsports\/formula-1\/2025-bahrain-grand-prix-predictions-picks-and-betting-odds-formula-1-betting-april-13\/","title":{"rendered":"2025 Bahrain Grand Prix Predictions, Picks and Betting Odds – Formula 1 Betting April 13"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Bahrain Grand Prix Betting Preview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Formula 1 heads to Bahrain International Circuit for the Bahrain Grand Prix<\/strong> as drivers start their engines on April 13 for the big race! WagerTalk F1 handicapper Andy Lang<\/a> gives his Bahrain Grand Prix predictions and picks before the race starts up at 11:00am ET!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Bahrain Grand Prix Betting Odds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sunday, April 13<\/th>Bahrain Grand Prix Notes (Courtesy of DraftKings<\/a>)<\/th><\/tr>
Date:<\/td>April 13, 2025<\/td><\/tr>
Time:<\/td>11:00am ET \/ 18:00am PT<\/td><\/tr>
Location:<\/td>Bahrain International Circuit in Bahrain<\/td><\/tr>
Favorite to Win:<\/td>Lando Norris +120<\/td><\/tr>
TV:<\/td>ESPN<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Bahrain Grand Prix Preview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Bahrain International Circuit, situated in Sakhir, is a 5.412 km (3.363 miles) track that has\u00a0 hosted the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix since 2004. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Designed by Hermann Tilke, the circuit features 15 turns and is renowned for its combination of long straights and a mix of slow to\u00a0medium-speed corners, challenging drivers with its abrasive surface and the potential for\u00a0crosswinds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The track’s desert location adds to the difficulty, as sand can affect grip levels, and\u00a0 the high temperatures contribute to significant tire wear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recent years, Max Verstappen has\u00a0dominated at Bahrain, securing victories in both 2023 and 2024, including a grand chelem in the\u00a0latter by achieving pole position, leading every lap, and setting the fastest lap. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lewis Hamilton\u00a0holds the record for the most wins at this venue, with five victories between 2014 and 2021. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\u00a0race has become a staple in the F1 calendar, often serving as the season opener and providing\u00a0teams with valuable data during pre-season testing. Its unique challenges make it a favorite\u00a0 among drivers and fans alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bahrain Grand Prix Number of Classified Drivers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Over 18.5<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The weather looks to be perfect for Bahrain, and as we saw last week, if the weather is good\u00a0 there aren\u2019t wrecks or reliability issues. Last week, the rookies kept the cars clean, and after the\u00a0start there was only one overtake in the Top 10. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There should be more overtakes this week with\u00a03 DRS zones and turns that promote passing, but I still think these guys will play it safe and not\u00a0 put their cars in harms way, I think everyone makes it to the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bahrain Grand Prix Winner Prediction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lando Norris (+120)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Verstappen had the blistering qualifying lap, and that let him start in the front and hold the\u00a0position for the entire race as the dirty air and tight track made it impossible for Norris to pass.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This week, with the big track and DRS zones, I think it sets up great for Norris to have a big\u00a0qualifying run, and even if he doesn\u2019t grab the pole, he\u2019ll be fast enough to get around anyone in\u00a0 front of him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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