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18 April 2024
15:00 Jordan Thompson vs Casper Ruud
Casper Ruud
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.20
Win
10
Its bizarre to see Alex DeMinaur beat Novak and Rafa this season. It really shows their reign has ended. These 2 players (along with Roger) should be proud that they have dominated the mens tour for 20 years - and not be greedy about wanting more! Can Casper - who did so well last week, be part of the gang to move towards the top. I think he can.
12:00 Marketa Vondrousova vs Anastasia Potapova
Anastasia Potapova
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.62
Lose
-50
Marketa won Wimbledon - but since then (almost a year ago) - has not lived up to her seeding in any tournament. Its not surprising, all these one-hit-wonders don't know how to play after winning such a big event. She's expected to do well in this tournament, don't know why, she hasn't really peformed on clay before. Her opponent has a chance to upset her here.
12:00 Qinwen Zheng vs Marta Kostyuk
Marta Kostyuk
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.80
Win
90
Qinwen did well at the Aussie Open - but really thats it. Marta has a good chance to bring Qinwen back to reality and beat her in this match.
10:00 Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova vs Arantxa Rus
Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.44
Lose
-50
Its amazing to see that the top seed is probably the oldest player in the draw. But Ana knows how to work hard and get out of matches that some players just give up on. Good luck to her in this event.
10:00 Jasmine Paolini vs Ons Jabeur
Jasmine Paolini
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.80
Win
40
Can Jasmine prove that her efforts earlier in the year - are not just a flash-in-the-pan ? She faces Ons - not the player she was a year ago - and should really win this match. All Italian players want to do well on clay, so this gives her the chance to do well here.
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17 April 2024
12:00 Ekaterina Alexandrova vs Ons Jabeur
Ekaterina Alexandrova
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.80
Lose
-50
EA is probably the favourite, because she beat Iga just a few weeks ago. But really there's not much difference between them. Ons is on a downward spiral out of the top ten. If she doesn't do well at the French and Wimbledon, she's in big, big toruble. Her recent performances don't inspire any confidence either. EA probably can just make it through, just...
12:00 Emma Raducanu vs Angelique Kerber
Angelique Kerber
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.40
Lose
-50
Gosh there's some good matchup in the first round. Angie has done very well at this tournament in the past, but it was in the past - about 10 years ago! Then we have Emma - fresh from Billie Jean Cup (where many of the teams were filled with unknown players!) - who can barely play a match before retiring. Angie is old, Emma is young. Angie plays her tennis without excuses, Emma has a lot of excuses. Both are poorly ranked. Maybe since this tournament is in Germany, it will spur Angie on. Emma's perfomances on clay are almost non-existant...
11:00 Martina Trevisan vs Naomi Osaka
Naomi Osaka
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.45
Lose
-50
Can Naomi do some damage in this tournament ? She has a chance - its not a very strong event. She faces Martina - who's performances have been fairly poor for some time.
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16 April 2024
12:00 Linda Noskova vs Jelena Ostapenko
Jelena Ostapenko
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.83
Lose
-50
Jelena has worked very, very hard to make it back into the top ten. Its a big achievement, many top ten players have come and gone in the last 5 years. But she's very erratic, and recent performances are very poor. If Jelena wants a good seeding for the French, Wimbledon, she needs to win these early matches...its very bonkers to see top ten players have the same sort of performances as a player ranked 100...
10:30 Aliona Falei vs Taylah Preston
Taylah Preston
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.73
Lose
-50
Can Preston use her victory in the Billie Jean Cup to move onwards and upwards. We hope so. Nobody in Australia probably knows this player - but she repesented Australia in the Cup (that probably nobody knew was running). She has a chance to use the experience to enhance her game.
09:00 Flavio Cobolli vs Rafael Nadal
Rafael Nadal
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.25
Win
12
Can Nadal drag his broken body through another tournament. He obviously wants to play the French, but he should listen to his body. Its been screaming at him for years and years, that he needs to retire and stop tennis fullstop. He won't make it through this event, and neither the French. Its very sad when a great player doesn't know when to retire. However, this is Spain, and he probably win this match. And in a few years time, he will be using a walking stick...
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15 April 2024
16:30 Sloane Stephens vs Peyton Stearns
Sloane Stephens
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.50
Win
25
Is it at all possible that Sloane can get her act together and do well in this tournament. We hope so - this tournament is pretty weak - and anyone can win it. Good luck!
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12 April 2024
10:00 Hubert Hurkacz vs Casper Ruud
Hubert Hurkacz
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.80
Lose
-50
Interesting matchup with 2 players in the top ten meeting early. Rudd is the favourite, don't know why, Hubert just won a tournament on clay last week. Admittedly Hubert is not the most consistent of players, but then Casper isn't either. Hubert should get through this match - just based on his form in recent weeks.
10:00 Novak Djokovic vs Alex De Minaur
Alex De Minaur
Win Match
50 WIN
@4.00
Lose
-50
Can Alex cause an upset here ? He did beat Novak back in Australia in January. Novak is determined to prove himself as a force to be reckoned with still. And Alex is still trying to prove himself as a real contender for top honours. Good luck Alex, you have a chance.
10:00 Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Karen Khachanov
Karen Khachanov
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.88
Lose
-50
Interesting match up. Stef beat the higher ranked player Alex (to our surprise) and Karen really caused an upset by beating red-hot Medvedev. So who will win ? Karen can continue on here.
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11 April 2024
10:00 Alexander Zverev vs Stefanos Tsitsipas
Alexander Zverev
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.91
Lose
-50
Its interesting that the betting is close for this match. Stef has been erratic to say the least, this year - while Alex has been very consistent. Alex for the win here.
10:00 Novak Djokovic vs Lorenzo Musetti
Lorenzo Musetti
Win Match
50 WIN
@4.75
Lose
-50
Believe it or not, Lorenzo beat Novak at this tournament last year! Novak probably remembers that, and will be out for blood here. Maybe Lorenzo can be inspired by his countryman - Nardi (who by coincidence he also beat at this tournament last year!) - and pull off another upset win over Novak - and send the poor guy nuts!
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09 April 2024
10:00 Alex De Minaur vs Stan Wawrinka
Alex De Minaur
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.57
Win
28
Interesting match up. A young gun against an older player. Alex has yet to prove himself at the top level. Stan has already done that, winning multiple grand slams (in a era against the big-3, a massive achievement). But Stan is much older now, and sliding down the rankings. Alex is moving up the rankings and hopes to consolidate. Alex should win here.
10:00 Miomir Kecmanovic vs Matteo Berrettini
Matteo Berrettini
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.67
Lose
-50
Can Matteo be coming back to tennis and playing well again ? Its a mystery with this guy. But he has a chance here, so good luck to Matteo on his journey.
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07 April 2024
20:00 Ben Shelton vs Frances Tiafoe
Ben Shelton
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.91
Win
46
Some people have doubted that Ben would make the final - but he's there now - and he is also the number 1 seed. If he wants to win a tournament in USA and advance his ranking, he needs to take this title out.
19:30 Daria Kasatkina vs Danielle Collins
Danielle Collins
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.40
Win
20
When it all looked clear for Jessica, she stumbled again - and fell to Daria. Danielle is currently riding on a high, you need to use these moments to propel yourself into the stratosphere - and thats what Danielle is doing at the moment. She should win her second tournament in a row, and both have been in America - which should please her immensely. Good luck.
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06 April 2024
20:30 Maria Sakkari vs Danielle Collins
Danielle Collins
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.67
Win
34
In recent weeks, both Maria and Danielle have found some form, when other players have been inconsistent. So who will win ? Maria is ranked higher but Danielle is on an emotionally high at the moment, and we expect her to win again.
19:30 Sara Errani vs Camila Osorio
Sara Errani
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.75
Lose
-50
No one can quite believe that Sara is playing well, so she's not the favourite for this match. But somehow, at the end of her career, she's been able to string a few wins together. Maybe she can win another here, good luck.
19:00 Ben Shelton vs Tomas Martin Etcheverry
Ben Shelton
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.20
Win
60
All of a sudden, they are betting against the top seed. While Ben hasn't been brilliant in all matches, this is still a winnable match for him, good luck.
19:00 Jessica Pegula vs Daria Kasatkina
Jessica Pegula
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.55
Lose
-50
We keep expecting to see Jessica stumble - but she keeps escaping from almost losing in prior matches. Now she faces a better ranked player - and could expect even more trouble. Problem is that Daria has a history of giving in meekly to a higher ranked player - so Jessica might find this easier than expected !
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05 April 2024
19:30 Ben Shelton vs Brandon Nakashima
Ben Shelton
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.90
Win
45
Its getting down to the nitty-gritty here. This tournament is for the taking, Ben just needs to put the pedal to the metal and show some authority in his matches. Good luck.
19:30 Elise Mertens vs Danielle Collins
Danielle Collins
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.36
Win
18
What a couple of weeks Danielle is having! She reminds me of Caroline Garcia - who threw out the old habits and thrived, winning a big title in 2022. Danielle is doing the same, she won a big tournament last week. Can she do it again here ? Why not, she's mowing them down at the moment, Elise better watch out!
18:00 Irina Bara vs Sara Errani
Sara Errani
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.33
Win
17
Its ironic, Sara has barely won any matches in the last few years, but she's got through 2 matches here and now people think she's unbeatable. However, we hope for the best here and wish her well, at the end of her career...
17:30 Jessica Pegula vs Victoria Azarenka
Victoria Azarenka
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.30
Lose
-50
This is an interesting match up - erratic but determined Vicky against consistent but no weapons Jessica. Anyone can win, think it will be Vicky - she's out to prove she still has some fire left.
17:00 Richard Gasquet vs Pedro Martinez
Richard Gasquet
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.90
Lose
-50
Seeds are toppling like flies here - and somehow aging Richard finds himself in a quaterfinal. He used to be a sublime player - but those days are over. He's old for tennis, struggling for form. But Marrakesh has some French history - so maybe Richard can be inspired one last time to do well. On a side note, how is this town that was devastated by a massive earthquake in recent times, able to run a tournament ? Their residents are still reeling from the shocking event...
12:00 Matteo Berrettini vs Lorenzo Sonego
Matteo Berrettini
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.53
Win
26
Its hard to figure out Matteo, world beater one day, then disappears from the scene for months. If he's healthy and interested in tennis, he should win. Good luck.
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04 April 2024
23:00 Danielle Collins vs Ons Jabeur
Danielle Collins
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.40
Win
20
I'm surprised that Danielle is playing this tournament - after winning such a big one last week. Most players fake an injury or illness after such a win. But she's here and playing against the 2nd seed. Two things can happen, Danielle has a letdown and loses - completely understandable. Or Ons continues her poor form - and loses to a super confident Danielle. We'll see...
19:00 Victoria Azarenka vs Taylor Townsend
Victoria Azarenka
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.62
Win
31
Vicky seems to found her mojo in her late tennis career, she's still a very erratic player but she should beat Taylor in this match.
18:30 Daria Kasatkina vs Anhelina Kalinina
Anhelina Kalinina
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.10
Lose
-50
Anh was impressive is mowing down Caroline in prior match, and based on how she dealt with that pressure, she should deal with Daria too.
17:30 Jessica Pegula vs Magda Linette
Jessica Pegula
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.25
Win
12
Jessica's still struggling to impose herself in matches, after all she's was almost at the top of the rankings at one stage. She had a great opportunity last week and stumbled again. Magda has a chance to upset the top seed here.
00:30 Leylah Fernandez vs Sloane Stephens
Leylah Fernandez
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.20
Lose
-50
This is an interesting match. Sloane (like Emma) are US Open winners - and have failed to sustain their careers after winning such a title. Leylah (like Maddison) were US Open finalists - but were able to continue playing tennis at a reasonable level. Sloane should win this match - but she is so erratic - that the more stable Leylah can sneak in a win here.
00:00 Ben Shelton vs Zizou Bergs
Ben Shelton
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.55
Win
28
Another tournament in America - and Ben has a better chance here, than the previous big tournament. With Tommy and Fritz out of this event, he's the one that needs to uphold the US of A. Good luck.
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03 April 2024
18:00 Caroline Wozniacki vs Anhelina Kalinina
Caroline Wozniacki
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.62
Lose
-50
Its funny how people think an older-retired-back again-Caroline is the favourite for matches - against younger and quicker players. But these players are running scared of her - and she's making good use of this feeling in her matches.
18:00 Sara Errani vs Sara Sorribes Tormo
Sara Errani
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.50
Win
75
Anyone can win this tournament. Can Sara E do it ? Probably not. Sara E is way past her prime - but this is such a weak affair, that she can win a few matches. Good luck to her.
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30 March 2024
17:00 Danielle Collins vs Elena Rybakina
Danielle Collins
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.62
Win
81
Can the fairytale continue for Danielle ? If she wins this big title, she should retire immediately on a high note. Elena is a tough competitor - and if she wants to uphold the rankings on the women's tour, she should win. But there have been many instances that the top women just don't seem to produce when needed (ie Jessica's loss when her path to the final seemed clear), so let's plump for Danielle in this match !
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29 March 2024
23:00 Grigor Dimitrov vs Alexander Zverev
Grigor Dimitrov
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.30
Win
65
Can Grigor achieve an important milestone here ? He's so close to breaking back into the top ten, after a 4 year period. He defeated Carlos in the prior round, and based on that, he can beat Alex too. He's no spring chicken, so these opportunities need to be grasped. Good luck to him.
19:00 Daniil Medvedev vs Jannik Sinner
Daniil Medvedev 0.00
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.62
Lose
-50
While the top women continue to stumble from week to week (with no end in sight), the top men continue to fight for the keys to the kingdom. While Novak hides in his cave (and hoping the last 3 months have been a bad dream), the top players fight amongst themselves to take over. These 2 players want to be the next number 1 and Daniil seems to be committed for that to happen now.
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27 March 2024
15:00 Caroline Garcia vs Danielle Collins
Danielle Collins
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.50
Win
25
Caroline must be laughing her head off - after beating Coco and Naomi. Here she is sliding down the rankings, but thats when she's the most dangerous. Now she faces a player she's expected to beat. Danielle is retiring this year (we wonder if she'll come back like so many other players...) - and she has extra motivation to put in a few good performances this year. She'll surprise Caroline in this match.
15:00 Ekaterina Alexandrova vs Jessica Pegula
Jessica Pegula
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.57
Lose
-50
I've been critical of Jessica's attitude to tennis of late. However, she's still standing while better players fall by the wayside. She's got a great chance now to make the final. She can redeem herself by winning a big tournament in the US.
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26 March 2024
23:00 Maria Sakkari vs Elena Rybakina
Maria Sakkari
Win Match
50 WIN
@3.20
Lose
-50
Just when it was looking like the top women were stabilising the women's tour, 3 of the 4 top women crumble to unlikely opponents (and pretty easily too). This leaves Elena to steady the ship. Can she do it ? She has the talent. But let's bet on Maria to spoil the party and make another big tournament final - like she did last week.
18:00 Victoria Azarenka vs Yulia Putintseva
Victoria Azarenka
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.36
Win
18
Can Vicky turn back time ? She won this tournament over 10 years ago. She's over the hill, aged 34. But the players on the tour don't seem to know how to play consistently from week-to-week, so Vicky has a chance - and she should grab it with both hands.
15:00 Tomas Machac vs Matteo Arnaldi
Matteo Arnaldi
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.00
Lose
-50
Gosh, Tomas beats Andy Murray - and now he's the favourite. A bit odd. Anyone can beat Andy these days. Matteo is ranked much higher than him - so he should get a good shot to go further. To be honest, both players haven't done that well this year, so anything can happen...
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25 March 2024
23:00 Emma Navarro vs Jessica Pegula
Emma Navarro
Win Match
50 WIN
@2.60
Lose
-50
I had a look at prior matches for Emma - and have been impressed. She has beaten top players in past tournaments and has been doing ok for a younger American player. She can definitely give Jessica a scare here - while Jessica tries to re-establish herself as a leading contender. Don't be surprised if Emma pulls off an upset.
17:30 Victoria Azarenka vs Katie Boulter
Victoria Azarenka
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.67
Win
34
When Vicky is on a roll, watch out. This player is not young anymore - but she's fierce on the court (when she's ok, most of the time, she's not!). Katie better watch out!
16:30 Alex De Minaur vs Jan Lennard Struff
Alex De Minaur
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.20
Win
10
Alex is in a good part of the draw. If he wins here (and he should), he would have another potentially easy match in the next round. Alex needs to make inroads in these big tournaments, for others to see him as a threat. Good luck.
15:00 Madison Keys vs Elena Rybakina
Madison Keys
Win Match
50 WIN
@3.40
Lose
-50
Its hard to catch Elena - she can be brilliant and then ordinary. Madison - on the other hand - is just a steady performer. Can we see the American move on in this match, we'll see...
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