Wimbledon Betting

Since 2002, when Lleyton Hewitt won the men’s singles at Wimbledon, the event has been dominated by Roger Federer, who last year equalled Bjorn Borg’s record of five men’s singles titles in a row. If you fancy him to make it six, Ladbrokes are offering odds, which may tempt the heavy hitters.

Nadal Looks Great Wimbledon Value

Novak Djokovic is a poor value second favourite. Unconvincing on grass, his odds will be of much value in the men's US Open betting. There is no doubting Spaniard Rafael Nadal is the king of clay – despite his failure to win again in Rome – but after thrilling the Wimbledon tennis betting fans in reaching the past two finals, his odds reflect real value in this year’s championship.

Nadal is not as well suited to grass as Federer, but is a tremendous fighter on court and has immense stamina. He would be a very popular and deserved winner of the Wimbledon 2009 title.

If Jo-Wilfried Tsonga reproduces the form he showed in Australia in January, he will be a big danger to all, while Andy Murray will have huge media pressure on him as the leading Briton. I also prefer his chances in New York. At Wimbledon, grass-court form is essential and fitness is a huge factor, as the men play the best of five sets. Players who do well one year, often repeat. Look for the Wimbledon betting odds to reflects this at the 2009 event this summer.

Betting on Wimbledon 2009

Clay form should be disregarded with the obvious exception of Nadal who has really improved on grass. Tennis can be compared to horseracing. Some horses thrive on soft going, others don’t. Apply the same theory to tennis with clay and grass and you won’t go too far wrong in your Wimbledon betting activities.

The British public and press get right behind Wimbledon tennis betting, and so do the bookmakers. Homework can pay off during the fortnight as eagle-eyed punters are often one step ahead of the bookies. The golden rule is that if you think a price is too big, take it. If you don’t, somebody else will.

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