The 2026 Formula 1 World Championship heads to the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, Austria, for the Austrian Grand Prix on Sunday, 28 June 2026. This high-speed circuit in Styria will host one of the season’s most competitive rounds, with Mercedes drivers dominating the betting markets as clear favorites to claim victory.
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Kimi Antonelli arrives at the Red Bull Ring in exceptional form, having won five of his last seven races. The Mercedes driver commands the shortest odds across all major sportsbooks, reflecting both his recent dominance and market confidence in his pace at this venue. George Russell and Lewis Hamilton complete a formidable Mercedes trio, priced as primary challengers. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc sits fourth in the betting order, while Max Verstappen and the McLaren drivers remain realistic but longer-odds contenders. The Red Bull Ring’s high-speed nature and demanding power unit requirements appear to suit Mercedes’ current setup.
Austrian Grand Prix – Winner Betting Odds
| Selection | Melbet | Stake | GG.BET |
| Kimi Antonelli | 2.75 | 2.70 | 2.50 |
| George Russell | 3.75 | 4.20 | 4.00 |
| Lewis Hamilton | 4.50 | 4.75 | 4.33 |
| Charles Leclerc | 7.50 | 7.00 | 6.50 |
| Max Verstappen | 10.00 | 12.00 | 11.00 |
| Lando Norris | 13.00 | 13.00 | 15.00 |
| Oscar Piastri | 19.00 | 21.00 | 23.00 |
| Isack Hadjar | 67.00 | 175.00 | 100.00 |
| Liam Lawson | 500.00 | 500.00 | 500.00 |
| Pierre Gasly | 500.00 | 500.00 | 500.00 |
| Arvid Lindblad | 500.00 | 500.00 | 500.00 |
| Franco Colapinto | 500.00 | 500.00 | 500.00 |
| Carlos Sainz | 500.00 | 500.00 | 500.00 |
| Gabriel Bortoleto | 500.00 | 500.00 | 500.00 |
| Nico Hulkenberg | 500.00 | 500.00 | 500.00 |
| Oliver Bearman | 500.00 | 500.00 | 500.00 |
| Esteban Ocon | 500.00 | 500.00 | 500.00 |
| Alex Albon | 500.00 | 500.00 | 500.00 |
| Valtteri Bottas | 500.00 | 500.00 | 1000.00 |
| Lance Stroll | 500.00 | 500.00 | 1000.00 |
| Sergio Perez | 500.00 | 500.00 | 750.00 |
| Fernando Alonso | 500.00 | 500.00 | 750.00 |
Start Time
The Austrian Grand Prix race gets underway at 3:00 p.m. CEST (Central European Summer Time) on Sunday, 28 June 2026, at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg.
- United Kingdom & Ireland: 2:00 p.m. BST
- United States (Eastern): 9:00 a.m. ET
- United States (Pacific): 6:00 a.m. PT
- Australia (Sydney): 5:00 a.m. AEST (Monday, 29 June)
- India: 6:30 p.m. IST
Antonelli’s form and Mercedes’ pace advantage make this a compelling betting showdown. Russell and Hamilton offer value at slightly longer odds, while Leclerc represents the strongest Ferrari challenge. Follow TipsGG for live odds updates and expert analysis throughout race day.