What is Correct Score Betting in Tennis?
Correct score betting means predicting the exact final set score of a tennis match. Since tennis is played in best-of-3 sets (ATP 250, WTA, most tournaments) or best-of-5 sets (Grand Slams men’s matches), you’re betting on the precise outcome — for example:
- In a best-of-3 → Possible correct scores: 2–0, 2–1, 0–2, 1–2
- In a best-of-5 → Possible correct scores: 3–0, 3–1, 3–2, 0–3, 1–3, 2–3
This market is riskier than just picking the winner, but it usually offers higher odds.
Example with a Player – Novak Djokovic
Imagine Djokovic is playing Casper Ruud in a best-of-3 ATP match.
Correct Score Betting Options:
- Djokovic to win 2–0 → Odds around 1.90 (Djokovic is dominant, straight sets likely)
- Djokovic to win 2–1 → Odds around 3.50
- Ruud to win 2–0 → Odds around 5.00
- Ruud to win 2–1 → Odds around 6.50
Example 1: Djokovic vs Ruud (ATP 500, Best-of-3)
- If Djokovic wins 6–3, 6–4 → Final score is 2–0 Djokovic Bet on “Djokovic 2–0” wins.
- If Ruud wins 4–6, 7–5, 6–3 → Final score is 2–1 Ruud Bet on “Ruud 2–1” wins.
Example 2: Djokovic vs Nadal (French Open, Best-of-5)
Possible correct scores:
- Djokovic 3–0 → Odds 3.00
- Djokovic 3–1 → Odds 4.50
- Djokovic 3–2 → Odds 6.00
- Nadal 3–0 → Odds 5.50
- Nadal 3–1 → Odds 6.00
- Nadal 3–2 → Odds 7.50
If Nadal wins 6–2, 4–6, 6–3, 6–4 → Final score is 3–1 Nadal bet on “Nadal 3–1” wins.
Betting Tips for Correct Score in Tennis
- Check Playing Style
- Big servers like Isner or Opelka often play tiebreaks → 2–1 or 3–2 outcomes are common.
- Dominant baseliners like Djokovic, Swiatek, Alcaraz often win in straight sets.
- Consider Tournament Format
- ATP/WTA → best-of-3 (fewer score options).
- Men’s Grand Slam → best-of-5 (more variety, higher risk).
- Form & Head-to-Head Stats
- If a player always struggles vs a rival, a tight match (2–1 or 3–2) is more likely.
- Live Betting Angle
- If the underdog wins the 1st set, but the favorite is strong, betting on a comeback 2–1/3–1 can bring great value.
- Risk vs Reward
- Correct score bets carry higher odds but are risky.
- Best used on players with predictable patterns (e.g., Djokovic often wins 2–0 against lower-ranked opponents).
In summary: Correct score betting in tennis is about predicting the exact final set score (like Djokovic to win 2–0). It’s riskier than normal match-winner bets but offers much higher odds when your read on the match is correct.
Would you like me to also break down Set-by-Set Correct Score (e.g., Djokovic to win 1st set 6–3, 2nd set 6–4), or just keep it at the match level?