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Strategy, Hints and Tips for Betting on Tennis

Here are some hints and tips to help you to form a betting strategy for placing bets on tennis matches and tournaments:

Tennis Betting Strategy – Futures Betting

If you have an in-depth knowledge of tennis, then this is probably one of the best ways to place a tennis bet. Knowing the recent history and current form of the players, combined with good judgement should help you win with better odds although there is always the risk that a player may pull out of a tournament.

Tennis Betting Strategy - Limit Your Bets

Making too many bets at once is considered to be pitting yourself against high odds. This should be avoided on a regular basis due to the amount of money that can be lost. Don't place all your money on one tennis bet either. Set aside a certain amount and stick to it instead. If you have spent all your allotted betting money then do not try to chase your losses.

Tennis Betting Strategy - Avoid Favourites and Long-shots

A simple straight bet can be manageable and easy to win, but be sensible. Putting money on an outsider is not likely to bring any returns, therefore losing you money. Likewise, the favourite will not pay well either due to the odds given by the bookmaker.

Tennis Betting Strategy - Stay In Control

Don't put money back on another bet after you've won. The chances are that you'll lose at least part of your winnings. Plan your bets and stick to them. Save the money for another day.

Tennis Betting Strategy - Do Your Homework

This means both checking the form of the tennis players or countries and also checking out the online bookmakers you place your bets with. Look for the following before joining up with an online bookmaker:

• Are they a member of legitimate gambling association?
• What happens if there is a dispute over a decision or a payout?
• How quickly are payments made?
• What standard of Customer Service do they have?

For the latest odds on tennis tournaments from a range of bookmakers and betting exchanges, visit our Latest Odds section.

For more information about online bookmakers, take a look at our Top Tennis Betting Sites section.

Tennis Betting Strategy - Create a Niche for Yourself

Consider researching and becoming an expert on one of the less high profile tennis events. The online bookmaker will not have the same in-depth knowledge as you due to the fact that they have to be on top of every sport and the games that are played, so you may find some reasonably priced odds.

Tennis Betting Strategy - Tips for Checking Current Form

When looking at the current form of a team, bear these points in mind:

• It's easier to win when you're winning

A string of successful tennis matches and tournaments can put a tennis player at a psychological advantage. It is often easier to prepare yourself for a big tennis match when coming off the back of winning several games or tournaments. Also look at their success rate in finals, as experience at winning finals may give that tennis player the edge.

• Is a tennis player nursing an injury?

A tennis player may be on a winning streak, but if they have picked up an injury, then the result may not be a forgone conclusion.

• Do the two tennis players have a history?

For example, two tennis players may have met many times in competitive matches, so base your judgement on recent form, but also the history between the two tennis players. A player may have been performing badly but the chance to beat a rival may help them put in a better showing.

• What type of surface are they playing on?

Tennis is generally held on three types of court: Grass, Clay or Hard Court. Some players specialise more on a certain type of surface, so take this into account when deciding who to bet on.

• Has a tennis player played a lot recently?

If a player has been involved in a lot of tennis matches in a short space of time, they may not be performing at their best due to fatigue.

There are many events in the tennis calendar this year so check out other Tennis events.

Now you've read the hints and tips for betting on tennis you may want to put your new tennis betting strategies into practice so visit our Tennis – Top Sites section.

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