Miami Grand Prix Prediction and Betting Tips: Back Alonso to finish on the podium at a big price

Max Verstappen will be looking to maintain his perfect record at the Miami Grand Prix as the event prepares for his third year on the Formula 1 circuit this weekend.

The Dutchman has dominated this meeting after winning its two previous events in 2022 and 2023.

While the Red Bull ace is understandably the short-price favourite to take the chequered flag in Miami again on Sunday, there is certainly more value to be had looking away from simply the race winner market.

Fernando Alonso podium finish at 15/2 with LiveScore Bet

Fernando Alonso showed a liking for this circuit last season and the two-time world champion could raise a few eyebrows again this weekend.

The Spaniard managed to finish in third place behind Verstappen and his Red Bull team-mate Sergio Perez last time in Miami and could be in the mix for another podium spot this time around.

Alonso is yet to secure a podium finish this season, with his closest effort coming at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix where he finished in fifth place.

The 42-year-old looked strong at the Miami International Autodrome last year and is good value to make a return to the podium in Florida this weekend.

Lando Norris top two finish at 7/2 with LiveScore Bet

Having finished in second place last time out at the Chinese Grand Prix, McLaren’s Lando Norris is certainly worth considering in the top two market again on Sunday in Miami.

The Bristolian has shown real signs of progress this season and currently finds himself in fifth place in the Drivers’ Championship on 58 points.

With two podium finishes to his name, in Melbourne and Shanghai, in his last three races, Norris has been building up some impressive form and looks capable of pushing Verstappen again this weekend.

While a race win might be a stretch for the 24-year-old Englishman, Norris has the skills and the car to land himself a top-two finish for the second week running.

Racing Bulls 1st car retirement at 11/2 with LiveScore Bet

Having covered predictions for what might happen at the front of the race in Miami on Sunday, there is also value to be had in looking at the unfortunate drivers at the back.

When it comes to reliability, Racing Bulls have had a raw deal in recent weeks.

Daniel Ricciardo has failed to finish in the last two races in Japan and China, while his team-mate Yuki Tsunoda also failed to finish the contest in Shanghai.

With a quick turnaround, it might be a struggle for Racing Bulls to solve their issues before the Miami Grand Prix.

Looking at the 1st car retirement market, Racing Bulls look to be well priced at 11/2 to suffer the unfortunate fate of another early withdrawal this weekend.