The Formula 1 action returns to Europe in mid-May, as the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix is one of two races to be staged in Italy. There will once again be pressure on Ferrari in their home race to close the gap on Red Bull and McLaren.
Schedule & How To Watch
- When: Saturday, May 19, 2024
- Where: Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Italy
- How To Watch: ESPN
Before Betting On Emilia Romagna Grand Prix
An exciting race on the Formula 1 schedule will take place in Italy at the end of May. There will be a very competitive feel to the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, as for the first time this season, questions are being asked of Red Bull and Max Verstappen. The reigning world champion was unable to take the race to Lando Norris in Miami, with the Brit claiming a first ever victory.
Still, Verstappen will be favored to return to winning ways in Italy after landing victories in four of the six races so far this season. The Emilia Romagna Grand Prix was first staged in 2020, and has been a regular stop on the schedule since the COVID-19 pandemic. Verstappen is the most successful driver with two wins.
Despite being one of Ferrari’s home races, the Italian constructor is yet to land a victory in the race. There were signs of promise in Miami, with Charles Leclerc finishing second in the Sprint and third in the Grand Prix. However, it was a more frustrating weekend for Carlos Sainz, who was ultimately demoted to fifth after being handed a five-second time penalty.
McLaren certainly looks to be the most realistic danger to Red Bull in Italy, with Mercedes once again struggling. Lewis Hamilton finished sixth in Miami, while George Russell could only finish down in eighth.
Emilia Romagna Grand Prix Offshore Odds & Pick
| Driver | Odds |
|---|---|
| Max Verstappen | 1.18 |
| Lando Norris | 9.00 |
| Charles Leclerc | 15.00 |
| Sergio Perez | 15.00 |
| Carlos Sainz | 34.00 |
| Oscar Piastri | 41.00 |
A competitive race looks set for Italy in May, and there will be questions to answer for Red Bull. However, we could see the team getting their campaign back on track with Verstappen claiming a fifth win of the season.
