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How To Bet On US Open

With the US Open looming large, let’s take a look at how to bet on US Open tennis. The article also contains information about the event itself, odds, favourites and all of the key dates that you need to know.

The US Open 2024 kicks off on August 26th and runs until September 8th with Wimbledon Champions Carlos Alcaraz viewed as the current favourite. His final opponent from Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic, is hot on his heels, while Jannik Sinner is primed to take their spot should the favourites fall short.

Iga Swiatek is expected to triumph at the Women's US Open 2024. She'll need to fend off other title contenders like Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff and Elena Rybakina.

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2024 US Open Schedule

The best tennis players in the world will descend on the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York, from Monday, August 26th. This almost two-week tournament will culminate with the Men's Final on Sunday, September 8.

August 19th - 22nd - Qualifying Round

From August 19th until August 22nd, players who didn't automatically qualify for the US Open will battle it out to earn a spot in the main draw. The qualifying round is a great chance to get a glimpse of the superstars of tomorrow and see legends attempting a comeback.

August 26th - 29th - Men's and Women's Singles First and Second Round & Men's and Women's Doubles First Round

On August 26th, 27th, and 28th, the men's and women's singles first and second rounds will take place. All players in the tournament will play their first match, including the top seeds like Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, and Coco Gauff.

As this US Open is a single-elimination tournament, big names can exit the tournament with just one poor performance. The best players tend to peak later in the US Open, so upsets can occur if they get their preparation wrong.

On August 28th, you'll also catch a glimpse of the first round of the men’s and men’s doubles. If you are a fan of net play and teamwork, you'll appreciate this unique version of tennis.

August 30th - 31st - Men's and Women's Singles Third Round & Men's and Women's Doubles Second Round

The 2024 US Open is in full swing when August 30th rolls around. The title contenders will start to emerge from the pack and the dark horses will no longer be hiding in the shadows.

September 1st - 2nd - Men's and Women's Singles Round of 16 & Men's and Women's Doubles Third Round

If you haven't tuned into any US Open matches yet, September is the time. With just 16 men and women left in the singles event, you're bound to catch some incredible matches and possibly some surprise exits.

September 3rd - 4th - Men's and Women's Singles Quarterfinals, Men's and Women's Doubles Quarterfinals & Mixed Doubles Quarterfinals and Semifinals

We are getting to the business end of the US Open! Eight players in the men's and women's singles tournament and eight pairs in the men's and women's doubles remaining.

On September 3rd, you'll get your first look at mixed doubles as male and female players team up. This is the only style of tennis where men and women compete against each other. Look out for the semifinals being held on September 4th.

September 5th - 6th - Men's and Women's Singles Semifinals, Men's Doubles Semifinals, Women’s Doubles Final & Mixed Doubles Semifinals

September 5th features the mixed doubles final or women's doubles final at 12:00 pm, then at 7:00 pm, the four best women will play for a final berth. The following day, either the mixed doubles final or women's doubles final will be held at 12:00 pm, followed by the first men’s semifinal at 3:00 pm and the second at 7:00 pm.

September 7th - Women's Singles Final & Men's Doubles Final

It's all going down on September 7th. The men’s doubles final will kick off at 12:00 pm, then at 4:00 pm, the ladies will take center court.

September 8th - Men's Singles Final

Who will lift the 2024 US Open Men's Singles trophy? Find out on September 8th from 2:00 pm local time. Novak Djokovic will be hoping he can equal his rival Roger Federer for most US Open titles of all time!

2024 US Open Key Matchups

If Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev run into each other, expect fireworks. Medvedev is a hard court master and won the 2021 US Open. Sinner, on the other hand, has already won the 2024 Australian Open at 22 years old. The Italian will be looking for revenge after Medvedev sent him packing from this year’s iteration of Wimbledon. They both have incredible groundstrokes, but Sinner may have the best forehand on the entire tour.

Another key matchup is Carlos Alcaraz against Novak Djokovic. After Alcaraz’s win at Wimbledon, the pair have three wins apiece in the series. Djokovic is the defending champion, while Alcaraz won the US Open in 2022. Should we expect to see this game once again in the 2024 final?

Coco Gauff put on a clinic against Aryna Sabalenka in the 2023 US Open Women's final. However, Gauff may not win so easily the next time they play. Sabalenka has brutally powerful groundstrokes and is a former US and Australian Open winner. Both players are evenly matched but Gauff edges the series with four wins in seven meetings.

Aryna Sabalenka has another budding rivalry with Iga Swiatek. Despite being world numbre one, the Polish superstar just crashed out of Wimbledon 2024. In 2022, she had an epic three-set match with Sabalenka during the 2022 US Open semifinal. Swiatek ended up winning the match and the tournament..

These two are on a collision course at the 2024 US Open. Sabalenka will be looking for revenge and use her groundstrokes to push Swiatek well beyond the baseline. While Swiatek will be hoping her counter-attack style will be enough to get back to winning ways.

2024 US Open Players to Watch

There are a plethora of players to look out for at the 2024 US Open. Four players in the men’s draw will catch the eye of tennis fans - Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev, and Jannik Sinner. It would be a surprise if one of these names isn’t lifting the US Open trophy on September 8th.

Elsewhere on the men’s side of the draw, Holger Rune continues to produce immensely entertaining games. The Dane is just 21 years old and seems due a deep run at a major tournament. Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul, and Ben Shelton are the top Americans and it’s worth watching the latter just for his 149mph serve.

The consensus believes the 2024 US Open women's tournament is similarly a four-horse race. It’s expected that both Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka will have prolonged runs in the tournament and they are likely to be joined by Coco Gauff and Elena Rybakina.

Keep an eye on Jelena Ostapenko. The Latvian made it to the quarterfinals of Wimbledon and has beaten Swiatek and Gauff in the past. If you want to cheer on a living legend, don't miss Caroline Wozniacki's matches, the Dane is a two-time US Open finalist.

2024 US Open Favourites

Wimbledon 2024 finalists, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz, are obvious ravourites for the upcoming tournament at Flushing Meadows. The Spaniard is the slight favourite after his triumph in London but Djokovic has four previous US Open crowns. Jannik Sinner is a step behind, with Daniil Medvedev rounding out the leading pack. .

On the cusp of favouritsm is the in-form Alexander Zverev, legend Rafael Nadal, and Americans like Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul, and Francis Tiafoe. Tiafoe, in particular, could be a name to watch after taking eventual winner Alcaraz to a five-set classic at Wimbledon.

In the women's tournament, Iga Świątek and Aryna Sabalenka are offering almost identical odds and are the favorites. Other players expected to make a deep run are defending champion Coco Gauff, who has similar odds to Elena Rybakina and Naomi Osaka.

How To Bet on US Open: Step by Step

Placing bets could not be simpler; head over to LeoVegas and create an account. Odds will be listed as the tournament grows closer, and remember there is always the option to bet live, provided you are signed into your LeoVegas account.

So, the big question is how to bet on US Open Tennis, and this is a great example of US Open Women’s tennis odds using a match with the most famous sisters of tennis, Venus and Serena Williams.

The odds are Venus Williams at 3.00 and Serena Williams at 1:50, which makes Serena the favourite as her odds are smaller numbers. If you place a C$2 bet on her, you will win C$1, meaning your total return is C$3. Conversely, to get C$3 back on Venus, you only need to place a C$1 as she is considered the underdog in this example.

US Open Betting Markets

Match Betting

A basic match bet is where you place your wager on which player or doubles partnership is going to win a particular match.

Set Betting

Placing a bet on the number of sets a match will have. For example, if you think that both opponents are well-matched, and it would be an easy five-set game, then you could be in the money.

Game Betting

You can bet on various components of a game, including who you think will win, the first player to hit a certain number of points and other features.

Handicap Betting

A bet where you can maximize your chances of making a profit by handicapping, some of the big favourites, open betting odds and giving wider odds.

Over/Under Betting

Here you are betting on the number of sets or games that will be played rather than trying to determine the winner.

Spread betting

Spread betting sees a punter bet on how many a player will win by a number of games. A simple example is that you can make a spread bet and state that Novak Djokovic will win, at least two more games than Rafa Nadal

Outright betting

Making a bid on whom you think the outright player of the tournament will be. For example, if you think Rafa Nadal will win, you can bet on him from the outset, and your payout is going to be a lot higher than a match bet if you win.

US Open Schedule

The tournament lasts for days and has a regular schedule that cumulates in the biggest events, the Women’s and Men’s finals, which take place in the last two days.

Understanding US Open

History of the US Open

the US Open is derived from the US National Championships, which is the oldest tennis championship on record. It was first started in 1881 and was open to male players and held singles and doubles. Competitions players could only take part if they were members of the US national lawn tennis Association. By 1889 women were also competing. In 1968, it became the US Open and has continued from strength to strength.

US Open’s Rules

There are plenty of rules surrounding the US Open, including having one minute after arriving on the court to go and meet the Umpire for the coin toss. There is there a four-minute warmup and another 60 seconds after this to get ready for the match. There are 25 seconds between points, and this is displayed on a court clock. Players are penalized if they don’t adhere to the rules. Standard tennis scoring is used, and the Umpire has the final decision.

US Open Tournaments

There are five main championships that make up the US Open Tournaments. Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles. There are also events for senior players, junior players and wheelchair players.

Live Betting on US Open

You can watch and place live bets if you are a logged-in user on LeoVegas.

US Open Betting FAQ

What types of bets can I place on US Open?

There are lots of bets you can place for the US Open, including.

  • Match Winner
  • Set Winner
  • Game Winner
  • Handicapped
  • Over/Under
  • Total Games-Match
  • Spread
  • Outright

Can I bet on US Open live?

Yes, with LeoVegas, you can bet live on the US Open and downloading the app makes this even easier. You must be logged in to access live betting.

How do players qualify for US Open?

In order to qualify for the US Open, players must compete in a series of tournaments known as the US Open National Playoffs. The top 10 finishers from the previous year also automatically qualified for the tournament and don’t have to enter the playoff.

What is the best option to bet in tennis?

Like most online sports betting, the best way to bet on a tennis match is by playing the moneyline, which means betting on who you think will win the game.

When is the 2024 US Open?

The 2024 US Open Tennis Championships will take place from August 26 to September 8, 2024.

Who is the favorite to win US Open 2024?

Carlos Alcaraz is the favourite to win the men's US Open 2024 after his Wimbledon victory. While Iga Swiatek is a slight favorite over Aryna Sabalenka to win the women's US Open 2024.

Who has won the most US Opens in history?

Jimmy Connors, Pete Sampras, and Roger Federer have the most men's singles US Opens in history, each with five wins. Serena Williams and Chris Evert have the most women's singles US Opens with six titles each.

What is the dress code for the US Open spectators?

There is no dress code for the US Open spectators. However, you must wear footwear and a shirt at all times. If you are wearing revealing clothing, you may be refused entry.

Can you bring a water bottle to the US Open?

You can bring a water bottle or any beverage, except alcohol, to the US Open.

How much are tickets to the US Open?

US Open tickets range anywhere from $30 to $10,000+. If an American makes a semi-final or final, then prices on the secondary market can surge to $50,000+.

Are cell phones allowed at the US Open?

Cell phones are allowed at the US Open. However, they should be set to silent and flash photography is prohibited.

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