posted July 16, 2008 at 14:54 in Tennis Free Picks

Indianapolis, Indiana—Gambling on tennis at BetUS Sportsbook features second round tennis betting odds on the Indianapolis Tennis Championships. The first of five US Open Series events leading up to the US Open, offers the sports betting community at BetUS a unique opportunity to speculate on some of the ATP tours best players who are coming into form on hard courts. Bet on your favourites as they warm up for the fourth and final Grand Slam event. Here is a look at some of the tennis betting action on offer in the tennis wagering market.

Tennis Betting Line: Benjamin Becker +185 Over 21½ -115 Gilles Simon -250 Under 21½ -125

Match Time: 03:30 PM Eastern Time Wednesday July 16, 2008

Tennis Analysis: This is the first-ever career meeting between No. 25 Gilles Simon and No.110 Benjamin Becker. Simon has had a solid 2008 season, posting a 21-16 mark for the year and picking up one ATP title Casablanca. Becker who is what is known a “journeyman” player floating between the lower and main circuit holds an 8-15 record for the year. His best results came in Adelaide and Memphis where he reached the quarters.

Tennis Betting Verdict: Simon is favoured at -250 and is the better play. In his last two events, he reached the quarters in Nottingham and the R32 at Wimbledon. His season on track this should be a straightforward victory for the Frenchman. Although Becker is a good hard court player and has the ability to surprise on occasion, his inconsistency makes him a risk play.

Tennis Free Picks: Simon in straight sets

Tennis Betting Line: Tommy Haas -275 John Isner +190

Match Time: 07:00 PM Eastern Time Wednesday July 16, 2008

Tennis Analysis: After James Blake, No. 46 Tommy Haas is probably one of the best playmakers in the game today. The veteran German, who resides in the United States, often enjoys home court like advantage in his adopted country. However, with American John Isner (ranks No. 96) challenging him for a berth in the quarters, the partisan crowd most decidedly will be split.

Tennis Betting Verdict: Tommy Haas saw his ranking fall when he missed a large portion of the season due to shoulder surgery. On the mend, Haas is trying to regain the lost ground. His ranking belies his true level and calibre. Although at 30-years of age he is considered a veteran, he is as spry as a spring chicken. His experience will serve him well. Isner owns a 2-0 record against Haas, the most recent victory came in San Jose this year, but in all fairness to Haas, he was fresh from surgery and just getting back into the swing of things. This time around, I expect Haas to persevere.

Tennis Free Picks: Haas in three sets

Tennis Betting Line: Dmitry Tursunov -350 Wayne Odesnik +225

Match Time: 09:00 PM Eastern Time Wednesday July 16, 2008

Tennis Analysis: No.104 Wayne Odesnik of the US is one of few American players who actually prefer clay courts. On hard courts, he enjoys minimal success. Although he has home court edge, he faces a wily opponent in Dmitry Tursunov. No.32 Tursunov of Russia is the defending champion here and as a California resident, he enjoys home-court-like edge in American tournaments. A popular fixture on the circuit he will have some of the crowd cheering him on.

Tennis Betting Verdict: This is the first time the pair meets in an ATP level tournament. On paper, Tursunov who brings a 20-14 mark for the season and 1 ATP title is the better play for the win.

Tennis Free Picks: Tursunov in straight sets

So there you have it, a nice short break down for you of some of the exciting tennis betting options available at BetUS Sportsbook. Now that you are all read up, you are ready to start betting on tennis!

Nila Amerova is a freelance sports writer and regular contributor to the BetUS.com Locker Room.