How to Bet on the Qatar Grand Prix

The penultimate race before the end of the 2025 Formula One season, Qatar is also the final sprint race on the calendar, offering the top eight finishing drivers their final chance to claim valuable points in the Drivers' Championship. A fast and fun track returns for a fifth year and has become a fan and driver favourite!

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LiveScore logoBy LiveScore Desk, Editorial team for sports, betting and casino Last updated: 28 November 2025, 10:41AM

🇶🇦 Qatar Grand Prix: A Guide 

The Lusail International Circuit has been hosting Formula 1 races since 2021, following the signing of a 10-year contract in 2023. Originally designed with motorcycle racing in mind, the track is fast and flowing, featuring both medium and high-speed corners. Over 1km of the track's total length is the main straight, providing some exciting overtaking opportunities for drivers and fans as they head into Turn 1.

Qatar Grand Prix
🗺️ Location
Lusail International Circuit, Doha, Qatar
📅 First Grand Prix
2021
🔢 Number of Laps
57
📏 Circuit Length
5.419km
🏁 Race Distance
308.883km
🏎️ DRS Zones
1
🏆 Most Successful Driver
Max Verstappen (2)

How to Place Formula 1 Bets

Placing bets on the any Formula One race, especially the Qatar Grand Prix is really quick and easy. To help you get started, we have provided a quick guide below.

  1. Head to your chosen Formula 1 betting site.

  2. Sign in or create an account by completing the registration form.

  3. Create a username and password.

  4. Sign in and make a deposit.

  5. Find the F1 betting markets on the Qatar Grand Prix.

  6. Choose your bets and add them to your bet slip.

  7. Enter your stake amount and review your selections.

  8. Confirm and place your bets.

  9. Wait for these to settle.

  10. Enjoy!


Qatar Grand Prix Betting Markets

There is a huge choice of betting markets available to bettors to explore ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix. We have covered some of the main sprint and race markets available below.

Sprint Fastest Qualifier

Place your F1 bets on the drivers that you think could be the fastest qualifier, earning themselves P1 in the sprint race. An all-out battle to the finishing line, get the fastest qualifying driver correct for the chance to win.

Sprint Race Winner

This bet involves punters predicting who the winner of the sprint race on Saturday will be. In a race that is slightly different to the Grand Prix itself, where speed and less strategy apply, guess the driver you think is in with a chance of winning and predict correctly for the chance of a winning bet!

Top 6 Finish

Bettors can predict the drivers that they think will finish in the top 6 overall in a race. With six chances of the bet being successful, it is a popular bet among F1 bettors. Get any of the top 6 finishing drivers correct and your bet should win.

Race Winner

As easy as it sounds, simply place your bets on who you think will take the win in the Grand Prix. With just one chance to win, it is win or lose, literally. Look at past races, results, form, or go with your gut and get the race winner right for the chance to win your bet.  

Qatar Grand Prix Schedule

The Qatar Grand Prix takes place over the weekend of Friday, 28th November, to Sunday, 30th November. We have included a full schedule of the race weekend below.

Friday 28th November

  • Practice 1 - 13:30-14:30

  • Sprint Qualifying - 17:30 - 18:14

Saturday 29th November

  • Sprint - 14:00 - 15:00

  • Qualifying - 18:00 - 19:00

Sunday 30th November

  • Race - 16:00


Top Tips For F1 Betting

To help you place the most informed Formula One bets, we have provided some top betting tips below.

  • Keep Up To Date: Stay on top of the latest news and race results to help you place the most informed bets each race. Review past winners, runner-ups, podium finishers, and fastest qualifiers.

  • Look for Value Bets: Explore the various odds and selections on offer at bookmakers and see if there are any mispriced odds that you, as a punter, could benefit from.

  • Bet Responsibly: Set yourself an affordable and realistic budget for your F1 betting, and make use of the various responsible gambling tools available, such as setting deposit limits, reality checks, and time-out tools.

  • Take Advantage of Offers: New and existing bettors at Formula 1 betting sites can claim various betting offers to benefit from the likes of free bets, cashback, deposit bonuses and more. Always check if any are available before placing your bets.


Previous Qatar Grand Prix Results

  • 2024 - Max Verstappen

  • 2023 -  Max Verstappen

  • 2022 - Cancelled

  • 2021 - Lewis Hamilton


Responsible Gambling

It is vital that you always ensure that you are in control of your gambling habits, and the main way to do this is by utilising responsible gambling tools and services. All platforms will offer a range to customers, which can include time-outs, self-exclusions, transaction limits, game restrictions, and more. In addition, users can also check out gambling support sites and contact service providers, such as the ones listed below.

FAQs:How to Bet on the Qatar Grand Prix

What is the Qatar Grand Prix Start Time UK?
The Qatar Grand Prix is due to get underway from 4pm in the UK on Sunday, 30th November.
Who won the Qatar Grand Prix in 2024?
The 2024 Qatar Grand Prix was won by Max Verstappen.
When is the Qatar Grand Prix Sprint Race?
The sprint race takes place on Saturday, 29th November at 2pm.
Where is the Qatar Grand Prix?
The Qatar Grand Prix takes place at the Lusail International Circuit in Doha.