The Australian Open 2024 can now finally give us the block-buster encounter between the defending champion, Novak Djokovic, and the rising star, Jannik Sinner. Maybe this was expected for the final but… Scheduled for January 26th at Melbourne Park, this match could be a classic!
Looking at the odds for Djokovic vs Sinner at most tennis betting sites, Novak is a clear favorite (as usual) and we might once again look at some special bets, which were successful in the match against Taylor Fritz.
When? 26 January, 12.00 local time (02.00 CET)
Where? Melbourne Park, Australia
Round: Semi-finals, Australian Open 2024
Djokovic: The Resilient Champion
Novak Djokovic, the world No. 1, is aiming for his 11th Australian Open title. His journey to the semifinal has been a testament to his resilience and skill. After navigating through some early challenges, including a tough four-set win over Taylor Fritz, Djokovic has shown his classic form. His record at Melbourne Park stands at an impressive 94-8.
Sinner: The Formidable Challenger
Jannik Sinner, the fourth seed, has been in fantastic form, cruising through the tournament without dropping a set. His victory over Andrey Rublev in the quarterfinals was truly impressive, as he came back from a 1-5 deficit in the second-set tiebreaker to win in straight sets. At 22 years old, who is not impressed by the Italian at this stage?
The question still remains, can anyone beat Djokovic?
Head-to-Head, Novak slight favorite
The head-to-head record between Djokovic and Sinner is 4-2 in favor of Djokovic. However, their last meeting at the Davis Cup Finals saw Sinner win and this surely adds some excitement.
Predictions and Good Betting Odds
Let’s look at some predictions for Djokovic vs Sinner. Djokovic is known for his incredible consistency and mental toughness, especially in Grand Slams. On the other hand, Sinner’s recent form and confidence make him a good opponent.
Looking at the odds, we found some decent options to have a look at below.
The match is expected to be a close contest, with predictions slightly favoring Djokovic due to his experience and record at the Australian Open.
Set Betting for Djokovic v Sinner
Set betting odds can usually provide some decent odds and a 3-2 win for Novak pays 5 times the money, while a 3-1 victory gives you 3.80 (+275).
As for Novak’s last match, we feel at least one set will go to tie-break. However, Total Number of Tiebreaks over 0.5 pays only 1.48 (-225), not a great odds.
Whoever thinks Sinner will put up a tough fight, might find value in Over 19.5 – Total games won by Sinner for 1.95 (+100).
Sinner can’t afford a bad start in this match and we found value in him winning the 2nd set at 2.36 (+137.5).
A Match Not to Miss
As the Australian Open reaches its climax, this semifinal between Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner is set to be a highlight. The outcome of this match will not only decide a finalist but may also signal a shift in the tides of men’s tennis.
If you place a bet on the match, remember to do so responsibly, let us know in the comments, and most important, enjoy the game!