F1 Bahrain Grand Prix: How to watch, betting odds, & best bets for Saturday’s season opener

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FEBRUARY 23 – SAKHIR, BAHRAIN: 01 VERSTAPPEN Max (nld), Red Bull Racing RB19, action during the Formula 1 Armco pre-season testing 2023 of the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship on February 23, 2023, at the Bahrain International Circuit, in Sakhir, Bahrain. (Photo by Xavi Bonilla/DPPI/Icon Sportswire) ****NO AGENTS—NORTH AND SOUTH AMERICA SALES ONLY****

The new F1 season kicks off this weekend with a race around the Sakhir Desert. Bahrain International Circuit hosts the 2024 season opener and all eyes are fixed on what promises to be a weekend full of surprises. If you’re looking to bet on the action, you’ve come to the right place.

How to watch F1 Bahrain Grand Prix

When: Saturday, March 2nd, 10AM EST
Where: Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain
How: ESPN, F1TV, Sky Sports F1

The 2024 F1 races will be broadcast on ESPN & ESPN+, while both of Friday’s practice sessions and Qualifying sessions will be shown on ESPN2. Fans can also subscribe to F1TV for an unrivalled viewing experience.

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F1 Bahrain Grand Prix betting odds

Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix preview

With pre-season testing taking place just one week before this race, and at the same circuit, it’s much easier to get a read on how things might shake out this weekend.

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