Australian Grand Prix best Qualifying bets and odds

The Australian Grand Prix is gearing up for a fiercely contested qualifying session, with Friday's practice hinting at a tight battle among the top teams. Mercedes showed promising pace, with Andrea Kimi Antonelli impressing by finishing second in Practice 2, just behind McLaren's Oscar Piastri. Antonelli, despite never achieving a Grand Prix pole, is now a strong contender for the top spot, reflected in his 7/1 odds. Rookie Arvid Lindblad also stood out, outperforming Racing Bulls teammate Liam Lawson, making him a favorable bet to qualify ahead. Meanwhile, Nico Hülkenberg displayed a slight edge over Kick Sauber teammate Gabriel Bortoleto, suggesting a competitive inter-team qualifying battle.