Overview
The upcoming match between Anna Blinkova and Elise Mertens on August 18, 2025, promises to be an exciting contest with a range of betting opportunities. Blinkova, known for her aggressive baseline play, faces off against Mertens, who is renowned for her tactical intelligence and versatility on the court. This matchup is expected to be highly competitive, with both players capable of adapting their strategies to exploit each other’s weaknesses.
Blinkova, Anna
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Mertens, Elise
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Date: 2025-08-18
Time: 23:05
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Venue: Monterrey - Estadio GNP Seguros
Score: 0-2
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 3.5 Sets | 98.80% | (0-2) | |
| Over 1st Set Games | 65.60% | (0-2) 4-6 1st Set 1.50 | |
| Under 1st Set Games | 53.20% | (0-2) 4-6 1st Set 1.57 | |
| Tie Break in 1st Set (No) | 92.30% | (0-2) | |
| Under 2.5 Sets | 78.10% | (0-2) | |
| Tie Break in Match (No) | 76.60% | (0-2) | |
| Total Games 3-Way (Under 22) | 63.40% | (0-2) | |
| Total Games 2-Way (Under 22.5) | 57.40% | (0-2) |
The odds reflect a belief that the match could extend beyond three sets, with a high probability (98.20) of this occurring. Additionally, the likelihood of the first set having more than one set of games stands at 62.30, suggesting an expectation of an intense opening set.
Betting Predictions
Set-Based Predictions
- Under 3.5 Sets: The odds of 98.20 indicate a strong expectation that the match will not be decided in straight sets, pointing towards a potential third set.
- Over 1st Set Games: At 62.30, there’s a significant chance that the first set will extend beyond the typical number of games, hinting at a closely contested start.
- Under 1st Set Games: With odds at 58.30, there’s also a possibility that the first set could be relatively short if one player gains an early advantage.
- Tie Break in 1st Set (No): The odds of 93.30 suggest that many expect the first set to be decided without a tiebreak, possibly due to one player breaking serve early.
- Under 2.5 Sets: The probability of 78.30 indicates that while most anticipate a three-set match, there’s still room for an earlier conclusion.
- Tie Break in Match (No): With odds at 73.60, it’s expected that at least one tiebreak will occur during the match.
Total Games Predictions
- Total Games 3-Way (Under 22): At 66.00, there is a notable chance that the total number of games played will be fewer than 22, suggesting potential dominance by one player in at least two sets.
- Total Games 2-Way (Under 22.5): With odds at 56.90, this further emphasizes the likelihood of fewer games being played overall, possibly due to decisive performances in individual sets.