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Betting in the fast lane: all you need to know about betting on Formula 1
- Updated: December 15, 2016
High-level racing is a test of skill and endurance, and some of the best drivers are so consistent at their craft they represent one of the safest bets in all of sports.
Much like horseracing, which was its distant predecessor, auto racing has always been the favorite target of people who like to guess the outcomes and make some money from it. The format of the sport has a lot to do with such disposition – the winner can visually be spotted at the end of the race, adding a layer of high-speed drama to the experience. With excellent TV coverage throughout the world and undisputed supremacy of its cars and drivers, Formula 1 is a competition that draws a lot of attention among sports betting enthusiasts and large sums of money are at stake for every race.
Of course, some background knowledge is necessary in order to recognize favorable opportunities and predict the winner of the F1 Championship. Here is a brief guideline that can make betting on this exciting sport more fun – and more profitable:
Formula 1 betting for beginners
If you never tried wagering on Formula 1 races, it won’t take you too long to learn the ropes. First of all, you need to decide whether you want to play a single race or try to predict season-long results. In both cases, you can throw your money behind a particular driver, as well as a constructor that you believe stands the best chances to come out on top. …