posted July 11, 2008 at 17:46 EST in Tennis Free Picks

Stuttgart, Germany – Asthe Mercedes Cup enters the semis and then the finals, BetUS tennis betting is complete with value and standout tennis betting lines, which tennis handicappers should consider betting on. So without further ado, let us look at some of the tennis wagering tips, predictions and free picks for the Semi-final matchups at the Mercedes Cup.

Tennis Betting Line: Eduardo Schwank vs. Juan Martin Del Potro

Match Time: 05:00 AM Eastern Time, Saturday, July 12, 2008

Tennis Analysis: This is the first time the two Argentines meet at an ATP level event. They met once before at the Qualifiers, Challengers and Futures circuit in 2005. Del Potro won the match 6-3, 6-2. Now in the semi-final of the Mercedes Cup, either Argentine has an opportunity to reach their first final of a tournament this season. No.62 Schwank arrived in Stuttgart on the heels of a losing season with a 6-7 mark, but by reaching the final four he has improved to 9-7. Indeed, the absence of Rafael Nadal from his section of the draw cleared the way for the 22-year-old. No.65 Del Potro has had an equally good tournament. His final four berth here is also his first of 2008.

Tennis Betting Verdict: This matchup is a tossup. Either player has a good chance to advance. I imagine the odds will be tight. One thing is certain: guaranteed an Argentine will feature in the final on Sunday. Which one will it be though?

Tennis Free Picks: Schwank in three sets

Tennis Betting Line: Agustin Calleri vs. Richard Gasquet

Match Time: 05:00 AM Eastern Time, Saturday, July 12, 2008

Tennis Analysis: No.52 Agustin Calleri is the third Argentine still alive in the tournament. Facing Frenchman Richard Gasquet in the semis, Calleri has a chance to make it an all-Argentinean affair on Sunday in the tournament’s final movement. Calleri is one of the tours veterans at 31-years-old. A clay court expert he has the game to beat No.15 Gasquet who although versatile on all surfaces is not an aficionado on the red stuff. However, truth be told, Gasquet has had a surprisingly good tournament too. He has not for some time.

Tennis Betting Verdict: By virtue of his second seed, he will be favoured for the win here. He should also deliver on his favourite odds. But where Gasquet is concerned, anything can happen. Calleri is 3-2 against top 20 players this season, having beaten Tommy Robredo, Juan Monaco and Carlos Moya this year.

Tennis Free Picks: Calleri in three sets

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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