<p>Tennis betting is very straightforward, however you do need to know what to consider and a few of the different factors at play. When deciphering the betting markets there are three main factors to focus on.</p> <p>Where is the match being played and is it a part of a Grand Slam? Tennis betting odds will differ from each Grand Slam as external factors such as: crowds, opponents and whether it is a home tournament come into play.</p> <p>What surface is the match being played on? With three different surfaces to play on, the differences can turn a match on its head. As each player has their own specialty court, betting on tennis can come down to the player's surface experience.&nbsp;</p> <p>What different markets can be bet on? As an intricate sport, Sportsbet offers a multitude of tennis betting tips and tricks to level up your experience.</p> <p>One of the most graceful and technical sports on the planet, tennis has enthralled spectators and punters for generations.</p> <p>An immensely popular sport in Australia, understanding how to bet on tennis is a crucial skill for every Aussie punter.</p> <p>That’s why we have created this comprehensive tennis betting guide as part of our Punter IQ series. This is a must read for new punters who need help deciphering the multitude of different tennis-based bets, <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/tennis">markets</a> and tournaments that are on offer on the Sportsbet app and website.</p> <p>Be sure to read through this article and check the <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/tennis">tennis odds</a> before having a crack with Sportsbet.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>What are the Four Grand Slams?</h2> <p>Easily the most popular and prestigious tennis tournaments for players, fans and punters alike, there are four Grand Slams played a year. These are the four most important annual tennis events and offer the most prize money, ranking points and media attention. They also receive more attention from punters than any other tennis competitions and knowing the differences between them is a key tool in understanding how to bet on tennis.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Australian Open</h3> <p>Are you looking for tennis betting for the Australian Open?&nbsp;The first of the four Grand Slams to be played each year, the Australian Open begins in mid-January and is played on hardcourt.</p> <p>Nicknamed “The Happy Slam”, the Aus Open is one of the biggest events on the Australian sporting calendar and due to its favourable viewing times and many local participants is always a massive hit with Sportsbet punters.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>French Open</h3> <p>The French Open, or Roland-Garros as it’s also known, is the premier clay court tennis championship in the world.</p> <p>It is the only Grand Slam tournament that is played on clay.&nbsp;French open betting markets are highly anticipated by Sportsbet punters due to the high pressure matches created at this historic event.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Wimbledon</h3> <p>When betting on Wimbledon matches it is essential to consider all factors at play. Such as the host nation, the level of prestige and what surface the tournament utilise.&nbsp;</p> <p>The oldest tennis tournament and widely considered to be the most prestigious of all the four major tennis championships, Wimbledon has been around since 1877.</p> <p>Due to its prestige we have seen countless special scenes and victories enacted as players battle for glory. Hosted in London, Wimbledon is played on a grass surface and is an annual highlight for Sportsbet punters looking to cash in on specialist grass performers, always check the record of players on grass surfaces when betting on tennis.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>US Open</h3> <p>The final Grand Slam of the calendar year, like its Australian counterpart, the US Open is also played on hardcourt. Founded 142 years ago it is a tournament steeped in history and is hosted in New York City.&nbsp;As a punter be sure to take advantage of the wide range of bets for the US open supplied by Sportsbet.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Understanding the Different Tennis Surfaces</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Before you can learn the ins and outs of how to bet on tennis it is very important to understand the differences between the type of courts (surfaces) that the game can be played on.&nbsp;</p> <p>There are three main types of surfaces used in competitive tennis, each with their own distinct characteristics that can dramatically affect play and certain players' performances.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Grass Surfaced Courts</h3> <p>Considered the most traditional of all tennis surfaces, grass courts tend to be more slippery than their counterparts.&nbsp;</p> <p>As a result, the ball often skids more while retaining most of its speed meaning rallies tend to be shorter on grass. This allows players who possess speed and power to thrive, with grass courts providing a distinct advantage to players who adopt the serve and volley style of play.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Clay Surfaced Courts</h3> <p>Clay courts slow down the ball and produce a higher bounce compared to other surfaces. Therefore, it nullifies the advantages of big serving players and instead favours baseline players. It’s not a coincidence Rafael Nadal has won the French Open 14 times.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Hardcourt Surface</h3> <p>The happy medium between grass and clay, hardcourt is less traditional than the two other main surfaces. Due to its wide use, betting on hardcourt tennis is extremely common, with a wide range of tournaments utilising this surface.</p> <p>Adopted by both the US Open and the Australian Open in lieu of grass, hardcourt does not favour a particular playing style, although try telling that to Novak Djokovic who has won nine Australian Opens.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>What Can You Bet on in Tennis?</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Now that you have a basic understanding of the different major tennis championships that take place throughout the year and the surfaces they are played on, it’s important to learn about the markets that are available to punters who want to bet on tennis.&nbsp;</p> <p>As with all sports there are a multitude of markets that are available within Tennis. Below are just some of the most popular tennis markets on offer to Sportsbet patrons. To view every single tennis betting tips market available simply go to the Sportsbet website or app, select your desired match and browse at your own leisure.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Futures Tennis Markets</h3> <p>Without a doubt the most popular and straight forward of all tennis markets. The Futures market is where punters go to select who they think will win a specific tournament. Example: Novak Djokovic to win the Australian Open.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Tennis Match Betting</h3> <p>Also known as the Head-to-Head (H2H) market. This is where you can bet on who you think will win the match. This is one of Sportsbet’s most popular markets for punters looking to bet on tennis.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Correct Score</h3> <p>Usually divided set by set, this market gives punters the opportunity to predict the correct score. Example: Nick Kyrgios 6-4 Rafael Nadal.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Set Betting</h3> <p>There are many tennis betting markets that exist on a set-to-set basis. Among these are: Player X to win at least one set, Player X to win the 1st set and traditional set betting where you wager on a certain player winning a certain number of sets in comparison to their opponent. Example: Carlos Alcaraz 2-1.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Total Games</h3> <p>The Total Games market is for those who want to try and pick, you guessed it, the total amount of games that will be played in each set. This market is commonly split into either a 3 way or Over/Under style format. Example: Over/Under 8.5 games. Under 8.5, 9 or 10, Over 10.5.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>What Tennis Competitions Can You Bet on?</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>At Sportsbet there are many different tennis competitions that punters can bet on. Whether you are just after the Majors or you are a tennis fanatic who follows every ATP tournament we can accommodate.&nbsp;</p> <p>Simply go to the tennis tab on the Sportsbet homepage and select whichever competition you fancy having a flutter on. While betting on Wimbledon or the Australian open may be highly possible markets, Sportsbet does offer a multitude of other options to select from.&nbsp;</p> <p>With over 30 different competitions to choose from, it’s impossible to list them all here. Here are the four different categories those competitions fall under.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Grand Slams</h3> <p>The four most popular and prestigious tennis tournaments on the planet. The Grand Slams are made up of the Australian, US and French Open as well as Wimbledon.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>ATP</h3> <p>The ATP is a worldwide top-tier tennis tour. It houses competitions ranging from the United Cup to the tennis played at the Olympics.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>ITF</h3> <p>The International Tennis Federation is the governing body of world tennis and has numerous tennis tournaments under its branding.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>How to Bet on Tennis</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Step 1: Choose the competition you want.</p> <p>Step 2: Select your match and browse the markets available for it.</p> <p>Step 3: Select the market(s) you wish to wager on.</p> <p>Step 4: Choose your stake and confirm your bet.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>