Last Updated on November 2, 2023 7:25 pm by Erwin Noguera
The 2023 Formula 1 season is drawing to a close, and all eyes are undoubtedly on the Brazilian Grand Prix, scheduled for November 5, 2023. The Brazilian GP held at the iconic Interlagos circuit in São Paulo, is famous for its unpredictable weather, challenging track, and passionate fans.
This weekend, we will have the emotions of the Sprint, so we will have 3 days full of excitement and, above all, a lot of tension. Below, we will show you the structure of the F1 weekend.
Friday
FP1 and Qualifying
Saturday
Sprint Shootout and Sprint
Sunday
Race
Max Verstappen is already a world champion, so he is only fighting to increase his record of victories. However, the battle for second place in the drivers’ championship is hotting up, as the gap between Sergio “Checo” Perez (2nd) and Lewis Hamilton (3rd) is currently only 20 points. As a result, we will have 3 heart-stopping races to define the world championship runner-up.
On the other hand, there is also the fact that Mercedes, McLaren, and even Alpine have shown improvements in the last GP. With this, we have much more exciting battles in these last races of the year.
The Circuit: Interlagos
The Interlagos circuit, officially known as Autódromo José Carlos Pace, has a rich history in Formula 1. Its counterclockwise layout, with a mix of high-speed straights and complex corners, tests the drivers’ skills and car performance to the maximum. The Senna ‘S’ at the beginning of the turn, named after legendary Brazilian F1 driver Ayrton Senna, is a particular highlight.
The Circuit is 4,309 meters long, has been on the Formula 1 calendar since 1973, and runs 71 laps. In addition, we have the fastest lap record (1:10.540) held by Valtteri Bottas since 2018.
The weather for Sao Paulo in November is unpredictable. Rain has often played a decisive role in the Brazilian GP, resulting in some of the most memorable races in F1 history. Teams must prepare for all conditions and be ready to adapt their strategies on the fly.
This year, the teams have faced new technical regulations, which have changed the cars’ aerodynamics and increased the emphasis on mechanical grip. While Red Bull has been on point since the start of the season, we have seen many improvements from the rest of the teams after the summer break.
Brazilian GP – Formula 1 – Info & Betting Odds
When:
Sunday, November 5, 2023
Betting Odds:
Verstappen, Max -360
Hamilton, Lewis +730
Norris, Lando +1250
Perez, Sergio +1575
Russell, George +1675
Leclerc, Charles +2200
Sainz Jr, Carlos +2700
Piastri, Oscar +2900
Alonso, Fernando +12000
Ocón, Esteban +26000
Gasly, Pierre +26000
Ricciardo, Daniel +36000
Tsunoda, Yuki +55000
Albon, Alexander +38000
Stroll, Lance +60000
Hulkenberg, Niko +65000
Sargeant, Logan +65000
Bottas, Valtteri +70000
Magnussen, Kevin +75000
Zhou, Guanyu +75000
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Reigning champion Max Verstappen will want to take his 52nd victory in F1 at the Brazilian GP, of that there is no doubt. Max has shown an impressive pace throughout the season and will try to extend his lead at the top of the standings.
However, the fight will be in positions 2, 3, and 4 in the drivers’ championship, as Perez, Hamilton, and Alonso are trying to prove their worth to finish as high as possible in the standings.
Brazilian GP 2023 Betting Picks
Given the unpredictability of the race, it is difficult to determine the winner of this GP. However, based on recent form and past performances at Interlagos, the choice goes to defending champion Max Verstappen. The Dutchman has shown his ability to master the difficult conditions in Sao Paulo and has the momentum behind him. However, in Formula 1, nothing is guaranteed until the checkered flag falls.
The Brazilian GP is also an opportunity for the midtable teams to shine. The tight and twisty nature of the Interlagos circuit can level the playing field, allowing drivers from smaller teams to fight for higher positions.
Finally, the podium could be completed by Lewis Hamilton in second place and Charles Leclerc in third.
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