Tennis is one of the most popular sports for betting, with matches taking place throughout the year across Grand Slam tournaments and the ATP and WTA tours. At BOYLE Sports, you can find a wide range of tennis betting odds, from Match Winner and Set Winner selections to Game Handicap and Total Sets markets, alongside other sports betting options.
Whether you're following the biggest tournaments or looking for upcoming matches, there are plenty of tennis odds and markets to browse. You can also check our today's tennis matches and odds page for the latest available fixtures and betting selections.
What Competitions Does Tennis Betting Cover?
The tennis betting calendar is built around several major events, including the four Grand Slams. The Australian, French, and US Opens, alongside Wimbledon, are amongst the most popular each year, and alongside these, the ATP and WTA run a full season of Masters and Premier events. Beyond individual events, tennis betting also covers team-based competitions such as the Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup, with this mix of Grand Slams, tour-level events, and team competitions making the markets available year-round and extremely diverse.
Tennis Tournaments & Competitions
Tennis has a busy calendar, with tournaments taking place throughout the year across the ATP and WTA tours. Alongside regular tour events, the four Grand Slam tournaments are among the biggest occasions in the sport, bringing together leading players from around the world.
Tennis betting also covers other competitions, including selected team events such as the Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup. You can browse the available tournaments and events through our Tennis Competitions page.
Australian Open
Held in Melbourne each January, the Australian Open is the first Grand Slam tournament of the season. Played on hard courts, it marks the beginning of the year's major tennis events.
French Open
Taking place at the iconic Roland Garros in Paris during May and June of each year, the French Open is the only Grand Slam played on clay, a surface that tends to favour longer rallies and different playing styles compared to the other majors. Its slower courts often produce closely fought, physically demanding matches, fThe French Open takes place at Roland Garros in Paris, usually between May and June. As the only Grand Slam played on clay courts, it brings a different set of playing conditions compared with the other major tournaments.
Wimbledon
Wimbledon is held at the All England Club in London, usually between June and July. It is the oldest Grand Slam tournament and the only one played on grass courts.
US Open
The US Open takes place in New York across August and September, bringing the Grand Slam calendar to a close. Matches are played on hard courts, with the tournament featuring both daytime and evening sessions.
How To Bet On Tennis?
Placing a tennis bet at BOYLE Sports is a straightforward process, whether you're choosing the winner of a match or selecting from other available markets. To get started, follow these steps:
1. Choose an available tennis match or tournament from the tennis betting section.
2. Browse the available markets and review the odds for your preferred selection.
3. Select the odds to add your chosen outcome to the betslip.
4. Enter your stake, review the bet details and confirm your bet.
You can browse the current tennis fixtures and available markets at BOYLE Sports before making your selection.
How Do Tennis Betting Odds Work?
Tennis betting odds indicate the prices available for different outcomes in a match or tournament. These are commonly displayed in fractional format, such as 2/1, or decimal format, such as 3.00, depending on the selected odds display.
Both formats represent the same potential return, with the odds determining the payout if a selection is successful. Tennis odds can vary depending on the players involved, the type of market and other factors affecting a particular fixture.
Live Tennis Betting Odds
All of the live tennis betting odds are decided by a number of factors to accurately reflect the probability of an outcome occurring. Things such as the form of a player, their strengths on a certain court type, previous match history against their opponent, and their seeded position can all influence the odds of a tennis betting market, with these updating as tournaments progress and new pieces of information come to light in the lead-up or during tournaments. The same applies to in-play tennis betting markets, too, with the odds changing as action unfolds on the court.
Tennis Betting Markets & Odds
There are several tennis betting markets available at BOYLE Sports, covering everything from the overall result of a match to individual sets and games. Whether you're following a Grand Slam tournament or a regular ATP or WTA fixture, you can browse tennis betting odds across a range of markets, with the available selections varying depending on the match.
Match Winner
Match Winner is one of the most straightforward tennis betting markets, allowing you to select which player will win a particular match. This market is available across a wide range of tennis fixtures, with the odds reflecting the players involved and the outcome being selected.
Set Winner
Set Winner betting focuses on which player will win a particular set rather than the match as a whole. Depending on the fixture, you may find markets covering individual sets, with different odds available for each player.
Game Winner
Game Winner markets allow you to select which player will win a specific game within a set. These markets focus on a smaller part of the match, with availability depending on the fixture and the betting options offered.
Game Handicap
Game Handicap betting applies a virtual advantage or disadvantage to a player through a specified number of games. For example, a player with a +3.5 games handicap has 3.5 games added to their total for settlement purposes, while a -3.5 games handicap means 3.5 games are deducted. The outcome depends on the final game totals and the terms of the selected market.
Total Sets
Total Sets betting focuses on how many sets will be played in a match. You can select whether the total number of sets will finish over or under a specified line, with the available options depending on the match format.
1 Set Ahead
The 1 Set Ahead market allows you to select which player will win the opening set of a match. This market focuses on the first set rather than the final match result.
Outright Tennis Betting
Alongside individual match markets, tennis betting also includes outright selections covering the overall winner of a tournament. These markets are available across selected events throughout the season, and you can browse the latest Tennis Outrights to see the tournament-winner odds currently offered at BOYLE Sports.
In-Play Tennis Betting
When it comes to in-play tennis betting, this allows you to make predictions once a match has already started, with the odds updating continuously to reflect the score and momentum on the court. Rather than placing a selection before the first serve, you could wait and see how the match develops before deciding where to place your stake. Common in-play tennis betting markets include the match winner, next set winner, and total games, giving you the chance to react to shifts in form or a change in momentum as the match plays out in real time.
Tennis Betting Promotions
At BOYLE Sports, there is a collection of tennis betting promotions available throughout the season. Major tournaments and Grand Slam events, amongst others across the calendar, could receive odds boosts, accumulator rewards, or free bet offers, as well as Early Payouts also being offered in select matches if a player goes ahead by 1 set. It is also worth noting that the cash out option is available for many tennis betting markets, with players being able to settle their predictions based on current standings and scorelines before the match has officially concluded.
Tennis Betting Tips
There are several factors that could be considered before potentially making any tennis betting predictions, with some of the main ones including:
1. Playing Surface: Some players perform far better on clay, grass, or hard courts than others, so it's worth checking a player's surface record before a tournament.
2. Recent Form: Looking at how a player has been performing in their last few matches or tournaments can be an indicator of how they might fare next.
3. Head-to-Head Record: Certain players consistently struggle against specific opponents regardless of ranking, so past meetings could offer extra insight.
4. Fitness and Injuries: Check for any recent injury concerns or fatigue from a heavy schedule, as this might affect a player's performance.
5. Tournament Conditions: Factors like altitude, weather, and indoor or outdoor settings can all influence how a match plays out.
Bet On Tennis With BoyleSports
There is a wide range of tennis betting markets and odds across all of the biggest tournaments at BoyleSports, from early round fixtures in Grand Slams to the major finals of other top competitions. Each of the options comes with tennis odds that are updated constantly and remain competitive, regardless of which perspective an individual may wish to approach a match from.
Tennis betting markets are just one of the major sports hosted on site, too, with cricket betting and Australian Rules betting options also being available to users.
Bet Responsibly on Tennis
Betting should always be approached responsibly. Set a budget, only bet what you can afford to lose and take regular breaks. BOYLE Sports provides tools and information to help you manage your gambling. Visit our Responsible Gambling page for further guidance and support.
Tennis Betting FAQs
What does In-Play Tennis Betting mean?
In-play tennis betting allows you to place bets on available markets after a match has started, with odds changing as the action unfolds. Depending on the fixture, markets may cover the match winner, individual sets or games. You can find more information and browse the available markets on our live tennis betting page.
Does the court surface affect Tennis Betting Odds?
Yes, the court surface can influence tennis betting odds, as players may perform differently on grass, clay and hard courts. Each surface has its own playing characteristics, which can affect how a match develops and the odds available for different outcomes.
What does a Walkover mean in Tennis and how does it affect bets?
A walkover occurs when a player withdraws before a match begins, allowing their opponent to advance without playing. This may happen due to injury, illness or other circumstances. How a bet is settled following a walkover depends on the terms and conditions of the selected market.
