Tennis League All Thread

[babygun]

What a disgusting day! First, Petkovic lost the first set 6-0, then at the beginning of the second set she completely withdrew from the competition.  After that Jiri Lehecka was able to take his game (4th in the first set) from score 0-40. And more unexpectedly Rublev lost with a score of 2-0. full day of losses 

Sorry for your loss, but this again shows that there is no value at all in betting on odds of 1.14. By betting on these kind of odds, you only need 1 loss on 7 matches and the end result will always be a negative ROI. Surprises always happen in every sport.

[n0ne]

What a disgusting day! First, Petkovic lost the first set 6-0, then at the beginning of the second set she completely withdrew from the competition.  After that Jiri Lehecka was able to take his game (4th in the first set) from score 0-40. And more unexpectedly Rublev lost with a score of 2-0. full day of losses 

Sorry for your loss, but this again shows that there is no value at all in betting on odds of 1.14. By betting on these kind of odds, you only need 1 loss on 7 matches and the end result will always be a negative ROI. Surprises always happen in every sport.

Every sporting event used to give unexpected results. This is why it is said, even with sports betting there is a need of luck without which winning big is always a hard task. For users who believe going with the low odds assure of winning the bet can have this as an example, how a match can turn against the prediction.

[Kemarit]

Quarter finals now in Swiss Open, still the top seeds are in this tournament, Ruud, Berrettini, Vinolas and Martinez.

Berrettini vs Martinez should be a good one, I'm betting on the over for this one, and maybe doing a Ruud ML. I'm also expecting for Thiem to go and win, will be great to see him going into the finals but it's going to be very tough to go against this seeded players.

Ruud, berretini and thiem have made it to the semi final, its promising to be interesting we have the first semi final between thiem and berretini, thiem is slowly going back to his shape but i don't think he is at the level where he can beat berretini i think it will be close but berretini will win in the end i think we will see a Ruud vs berretini final.

Ah its great to see both of these hugely talented players return to the performance which
is kind of expected of them. Berrettini is favoirite for that semi tomorrow, I think he might
be just that little bit ahead in recovery than Thiem.

Vinolas is having a tough set against Jarry, I would expect him to come through this one
to meet Ruud but I didnt bet on this one, Vinolas is @2.2 currently, It tempting to put
something on it now.

Oh well, I have Ramos-Vinolas at -0.5 at 1.85, and guess what the handicap score is? 18-18, damn, was very close. Anyhow, that's sports betting for us, LOL, was tempted to go with the ML, but I say that Ramos-Vinolas can easily covered that odds.

So it's Thiem vs Berrettini in the semifinals. Hard to decide who will win this match as Thiem is really performing at least 90% of his version that we used to see from him. I will not be surprised if he pulls a upset in three sets.

[btc_angela]

Quarter finals now in Swiss Open, still the top seeds are in this tournament, Ruud, Berrettini, Vinolas and Martinez.

Berrettini vs Martinez should be a good one, I'm betting on the over for this one, and maybe doing a Ruud ML. I'm also expecting for Thiem to go and win, will be great to see him going into the finals but it's going to be very tough to go against this seeded players.

Is it worth to bet on Ruud? He should win but ML odds are around 1.15, way to low for me. I am taking -3.5 handicap or skipping. Just deciding about that and came here for inspiration.

I couple a Ruud ML with the over on Martinez vs Berrettini for a 2.23 odds.

Thiem should win and odds are good I am just a bit sceptical about his match fitness.

Thiem won in 2 sets against Varillas, just lot of error on the part of Varillas and Thiem was able to capitalized on it. I should have included him in the parlay above but I put him at handicap -2.5 in a single bet at 1.74. Will be good match later at semis, Thiem vs Berrettini and Ruud vs Viñolas. I might parlay both on the over, I'm expecting nothing of a 3 set, a hard fought tie break match in this 2 matches.

[bct_ail]

The semi-finals of the tournament in Hamburg are taking place today. I think it is pretty clear that Alcaraz will reach the final. In the other semi-final match between Musetti and Cerúndolo I do not have a favourite. The odds are also very similar and therefore only small differences will surely decide victory and defeat.

[aoluain]

Quarter finals now in Swiss Open, still the top seeds are in this tournament, Ruud, Berrettini, Vinolas and Martinez.

Berrettini vs Martinez should be a good one, I'm betting on the over for this one, and maybe doing a Ruud ML. I'm also expecting for Thiem to go and win, will be great to see him going into the finals but it's going to be very tough to go against this seeded players.

Ruud, berretini and thiem have made it to the semi final, its promising to be interesting we have the first semi final between thiem and berretini, thiem is slowly going back to his shape but i don't think he is at the level where he can beat berretini i think it will be close but berretini will win in the end i think we will see a Ruud vs berretini final.

Ah its great to see both of these hugely talented players return to the performance which
is kind of expected of them. Berrettini is favoirite for that semi tomorrow, I think he might
be just that little bit ahead in recovery than Thiem.

Vinolas is having a tough set against Jarry, I would expect him to come through this one
to meet Ruud but I didnt bet on this one, Vinolas is @2.2 currently, It tempting to put
something on it now.

Oh well, I have Ramos-Vinolas at -0.5 at 1.85, and guess what the handicap score is? 18-18, damn, was very close. Anyhow, that's sports betting for us, LOL, was tempted to go with the ML, but I say that Ramos-Vinolas can easily covered that odds.

So it's Thiem vs Berrettini in the semifinals. Hard to decide who will win this match as Thiem is really performing at least 90% of his version that we used to see from him. I will not be surprised if he pulls a upset in three sets.

I think also that Ruud will go through and is favoirite.

Also as I suspected Berrettini beat Thiem fairly easily, Thiem has some more recovery
to get through but is showing promising hopes for the remainder of the season.

The semi-finals of the tournament in Hamburg are taking place today. I think it is pretty clear that Alcaraz will reach the final. In the other semi-final match between Musetti and Cerúndolo I do not have a favourite. The odds are also very similar and therefore only small differences will surely decide victory and defeat.

Yea Alcaraz for the final, I have been betting on him all through this competition although
I did lose on a handicap bet earlier in the tournament. I also have Cerundolo to beat Musetti,
this guy is on a high from his recent tournament win.

[Joca97]

The semi-finals of the tournament in Hamburg are taking place today. I think it is pretty clear that Alcaraz will reach the final. In the other semi-final match between Musetti and Cerúndolo I do not have a favourite. The odds are also very similar and therefore only small differences will surely decide victory and defeat.

Alcaraz might struggle a little with Molcan,Molcan this year improved a lot but still shouldnt be a problem for Alcaraz. The other duel will be intresting because i think both players are pretty equal. Cerundolo only might be in better form then Musetti in last couple of tournaments.

[Daniel91]

''Novak Djokovic will be joining Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Andy Murray to play for Team Europe in the Laver Cup.''
''The event, which pits six European players against six from Team World over three days, will take place in London between 23 and 25 September.''
''"It's the only [event] where you play in a team with guys you're normally competing against," said Djokovic.
"To be joining Rafa, Roger and Andy - three of my biggest all-time rivals - it's going to be a truly unique moment in the history of our sport."

Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/62262153

As Djokovic said, it will be really very interesting to watch the joint team performance of the greatest tennis players in history.
Recently, especially after some statements before the GS in Australia, it seemed that Nadal and Djokovic are no longer on good terms, but they will still play together in the European team.
This will really be a special opportunity to watch them perform together, for the same team, and enjoy great tennis again even though the competition itself is not so important.
Does this mean that Nadal and Djokovic have reconciled? 

[KTChampions]

By the way, did anyone watch this game yesterday: Elisabetta Cocciaretto - Caroline Garcia? Garcia was the clear favorite but lost the first set 0-6 (LOL) and then easily won the remaining two sets (LOOOOL). If I was looking for matches similar to fixed, then this would be one of the most obvious contenders. It turns out that the one who made a bet on the defeat of Garcia in the first set with such a score won at least x60 

I dont think it was a fixed match it is just women tennis. Women tennis is just stupid some times. They dont have strong serves and breaks happen really often. If you watch other matches you will see it really often. But still a really big odd was won

I am aware of these features and would have taken this result normally if the last two sets had gone through at least with equal chances. But it seemed that Garcia remembered something and began to play much better. Too suspicious swing in mood and in results. However, judging by the news, this did not surprise anyone and I did not notice much discussion of what happened. I would like to know the opinion of bookmakers about this game.

[vennali]

By the way, did anyone watch this game yesterday: Elisabetta Cocciaretto - Caroline Garcia? Garcia was the clear favorite but lost the first set 0-6 (LOL) and then easily won the remaining two sets (LOOOOL). If I was looking for matches similar to fixed, then this would be one of the most obvious contenders. It turns out that the one who made a bet on the defeat of Garcia in the first set with such a score won at least x60 

Would definitely be fishy for someone to bet on Garcia to lose first set 6-0. Coz that's pretty rare to happen for a clear fav player. Even though, I think the tournament is played in the opponent's home country. Well, to be honest, this is what a classic WTA match looks like. Even Serena is prone to antics like this. She'd play like she cant even move over the first set and hit everything out and then absolutely destroy the opponent in the next set. 6-0,0-6 as scoreline is fairly common in WTA. 

[Jating]

Thiem success was put to an end in the semis, as he was dominated by Berrettini.

Same with the match between Ruud and Ramos Vinolas. Both Ruud and Berrettini won setting up the finals match. And they didn't give any chance against their opponents as they completely demolished them. I thought that it will be a close semis, but both won in 2 sets. Ruud even have 6-0 win against Ramos Vinolas. Berrettini 6-1 against Thiem.

[bct_ail]

The semi-finals of the tournament in Hamburg are taking place today. I think it is pretty clear that Alcaraz will reach the final. In the other semi-final match between Musetti and Cerúndolo I do not have a favourite. The odds are also very similar and therefore only small differences will surely decide victory and defeat.

Alcaraz might struggle a little with Molcan,Molcan this year improved a lot but still shouldnt be a problem for Alcaraz. The other duel will be intresting because i think both players are pretty equal. Cerundolo only might be in better form then Musetti in last couple of tournaments.

Yes that is right. Molčan has really improved tremendously this season and it is also his most successful so far. The semi-final is the third semi-final he has reached and it will not so easy for Alcaraz. I expect a somewhat exciting game but Alcaraz will finish the match as the winner.

[vennali]

Alcaraz might struggle a little with Molcan,Molcan this year improved a lot but still shouldnt be a problem for Alcaraz. The other duel will be intresting because i think both players are pretty equal. Cerundolo only might be in better form then Musetti in last couple of tournaments.

Yes that is right. Molčan has really improved tremendously this season and it is also his most successful so far. The semi-final is the third semi-final he has reached and it will not so easy for Alcaraz. I expect a somewhat exciting game but Alcaraz will finish the match as the winner.

Alcaraz is just way too strong for anyone and should be fav to win the tournament. Even with Musetti being in a fine form himself. Should be a great match nevertheless as both the players are very strong on clay. Could potentially be a 3 setter nail biter but I can't see how Alcaraz loses this. His defense and movement around clay is way too good. Reminds me of a young nadal. Powerful and one of the best movers on clay. 

[Joca97]

Thiem success was put to an end in the semis, as he was dominated by Berrettini.

Same with the match between Ruud and Ramos Vinolas. Both Ruud and Berrettini won setting up the finals match. And they didn't give any chance against their opponents as they completely demolished them. I thought that it will be a close semis, but both won in 2 sets. Ruud even have 6-0 win against Ramos Vinolas. Berrettini 6-1 against Thiem.

Thiem is really coming back strong lately. After that injury and huge losing streak it looks like he is finally picking up pace. Semi final for him is a big achivement ,by the end of the year we might see him in a final or maybe win some of this ATP 250 tournaments

[bct_ail]

Alcaraz had needed a little more effort than most had thought. The first set with four breaks in a row had to be decided in a tiebreak. In the second set, Alcaraz gave Molcan no chance and he deserved to be in the final. A great performance from Molcan. I am looking forward to the final, Alcaraz against Musetti.

[aoluain]

''Novak Djokovic will be joining Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Andy Murray to play for Team Europe in the Laver Cup.''
''The event, which pits six European players against six from Team World over three days, will take place in London between 23 and 25 September.''
''"It's the only [event] where you play in a team with guys you're normally competing against," said Djokovic.
"To be joining Rafa, Roger and Andy - three of my biggest all-time rivals - it's going to be a truly unique moment in the history of our sport."

Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/62262153

As Djokovic said, it will be really very interesting to watch the joint team performance of the greatest tennis players in history.
Recently, especially after some statements before the GS in Australia, it seemed that Nadal and Djokovic are no longer on good terms, but they will still play together in the European team.
This will really be a special opportunity to watch them perform together, for the same team, and enjoy great tennis again even though the competition itself is not so important.
Does this mean that Nadal and Djokovic have reconciled?  

Yes, possibly after all they are "elder" Tennis players at this stage and will/should have mellowed
with age ?

This is a unique event in Tennis and more so this year with the 4 biggest names in mens
Tennis over the last couple of decades competing as a team, sharing tactics and
practicing together.

Team World dont have a chance

★ Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Andy Murray have won 66 of the last 76 men's grand slam singles titles

★ Team Europe has won all four Laver Cup titles since the first was held in 2017

[btc_angela]

The semi-finals of the tournament in Hamburg are taking place today. I think it is pretty clear that Alcaraz will reach the final. In the other semi-final match between Musetti and Cerúndolo I do not have a favourite. The odds are also very similar and therefore only small differences will surely decide victory and defeat.

I think it was an easy bet, I have Musetti -1.5 against Cerundolo and Alcaraz for the win in a parlay. Musetti though has moments in the second set that I thought he will lost, he dominated the first set by in the second set, Cerundolo was down like 3-1 but then storm back and force the game in a tie break wherein Musetti won. As for Alcaraz, it was the other way other, force in a tie break in the 1st set, but in the second, the breeze past Molcan 6-1.

The handicap odds for Alcaraz is -4.5, ML is not that attractive at 1.16 against Musetti. I think Alcaraz can cover this spread in 2 sets.

[Daniel91]

Some interesting tennis news:

''Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz will become the youngest player in the top five of the ATP rankings since Rafael Nadal in 2005 after reaching the Hamburg Open final.''
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/62280435

Nadal is already close to tennis retirement, but the more I watch Alcaraz, the more I feel I'm watching Nadal's successor. Of course, it is very difficult to say whether Alcaraz will achieve the kind of results that Nadal has, and play for so long at the top level, but he definitely has the talent and potential to do great things in tennis.

''Novak Djokovic is unlikely to play at the US Open after organisers said they would "respect" American government rules over travel for unvaccinated players.''
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/62248745

So, it seems that Djokovic, if he doesn't change his mind about the vaccination, will only be able to play 2 Grand Slams a year in the next few years and thus probably miss the opportunity to become the greatest tennis player of all time, based on the number of Grand Slam titles won.

''Former world number one Venus Williams will make her singles comeback after being awarded a wildcard for next month's WTA 1000 tournament in Toronto.''

Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/62244577

At the age of 42, Venus is still not giving up on tennis tournaments, just like her sister Serena 

[Trofo]

Some interesting tennis news:

''Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz will become the youngest player in the top five of the ATP rankings since Rafael Nadal in 2005 after reaching the Hamburg Open final.''
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/62280435

Nadal is already close to tennis retirement, but the more I watch Alcaraz, the more I feel I'm watching Nadal's successor. Of course, it is very difficult to say whether Alcaraz will achieve the kind of results that Nadal has, and play for so long at the top level, but he definitely has the talent and potential to do great things in tennis.

Since I watched Alcaraz play in Umag last year I have been saying we have a future number one here. He is complete player without week point and already strong mentally with just 19 years under his belt. Furthermore he seems humble enough to not let fame get into his head. For instance Umag was his first title and tournament that sort of launched his career and he is still coming back this year to play even though it is arguably below his current level. I was keeping one eye on that news since it is usual that top players cancel these small ATP 250 tournaments.

[Ratash]

The final game in Gaastad tournament between casper Ruud and berrettini was as promised it was a total war and ended with 2 1 to Ruud, berrettini managed to win the first set but Ruud was able to make a comeback if it was on grass i think berrettini would've been my favourite.