What Does “Any Set to Nil” Mean in Tennis Betting?
In tennis, “Any Set to Nil” means you are betting that a player will win at least one set without losing a single game (6–0).
- “Nil” = 0 games for the opponent.
- The bet wins if your chosen player wins any set in the match 6–0.
- It does not matter what happens in the other sets or who wins the overall match.
Example with a Player
Imagine a match between:
- Novak Djokovic vs Diego Schwartzman
If you bet “Any Set to Nil – Djokovic”, you are predicting that Djokovic will win at least one set 6–0.
- If the scoreline is 6–0, 6–3, bet wins (Djokovic won the 1st set 6–0).
- If the scoreline is 6–4, 6–2, bet loses (Djokovic never won a set to nil).
- Even if Djokovic loses the match but wins one set 6–0, bet still wins.
Key Things to Note
- This market is often found in Grand Slam matches (best of 5) or ATP/WTA tournaments.
- A top seed vs lower-ranked opponent is where 6–0 sets are more likely.
- It’s rare in evenly matched contests (like Federer vs Nadal, both peak).
Betting Tips for “Any Set to Nil”
- Target mismatches
- Example: Djokovic vs qualifier ranked 120+. Top players can easily dish out a “bagel” set.
- Clay Courts vs Hard Courts
- On clay, it’s slightly harder to win 6–0 because games are usually longer.
- On hard courts or grass, domination is easier for big servers and aggressive players.
- Look at Recent Form
- If a player has a history of dominating weaker opponents with bagel sets, this market has value.
- Example: Iga Świątek on clay is famous for multiple 6–0 sets.
- In-Play Option
- If a top player starts strongly (say breaks serve twice early in a set), you can sometimes bet live on “Set to Nil” at higher odds.
Example Betting Scenario
- Match: Iga Świątek vs World No. 100
- Market: “Any Set to Nil – Świątek”
- Odds: 3.20
- Stake: $50
- Outcome: Świątek wins 6–0, 6–2
- Bet wins → Payout = $160
Would you like me to also break down the difference between “Set to Nil” and “Win to Nil” in tennis betting? They sound similar but mean different things.