Posted on
10/11/2007 8:27:30 PM
Tennis Betting: Kremlin Cup Quarterfinal Pick - Serra vs. Mathieu
By Nila Amerova
Moscow, Russia – On the men’s side, [4] Paul-Henri Mathieu booked his berth in the quarterfinal with 6-3, 6-4 victory over Russia’s Igor Kunitsyn. Next up for the Frenchman Mathieu, favored at -350 with BetUS Sportsbook, is compatriot Florent Serra who received a free pass into the quarterfinal when Kristof Vliegen retired down a set tied 2-2 in the second.
Kremlin Cup QF Tennis Pick:
Tennis Line: Florent Serra +225 Paul-Henri Mathieu -350
Match Time: 03:00 AM EST
Tennis Prediction: No.24 Mathieu favored at -350 is the better play in this match. Mathieu brings a 40/20 record for the season and two ATP titles – albeit both were on clay.
Mathieu’s game favors clay surfaces. A baseline hugger, Mathieu style of play is typical of today’s power players, often opting for power over strategy. Clay suits this style best as the slower surface slows the ball down perfectly to set up for power returns.
On hard, Mathieu has achieved some notable results – a semifinal appearance in New Haven and a quarterfinal in Sydney. Clearly, Mathieu has the ability to transition his clay court game onto hard. However, in order to be a title contender in hard court tournaments, he needs to produce results that are more consistent.
In terms of betting, Mathieu is the better play in this match. No.111 Florent Serra has not had a great season. Serra brings a losing record for the season at 16/23. Moreover, as Serra is not known for a great hard court game either, all the advantages lie in Mathieu’s court.
Tennis Free Pick: Mathieu in straight sets
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Nila Amerova is a freelance sports writer and regular contributor to the BetUS.com Locker Room.