What Does “Set 2 Game 5 – Correct Score” Mean?
This market allows you to bet on the exact point score that a specific game (in this case, Game 5 of the 2nd set) will end with.
You are not betting on who wins the set or match, but the final score of that particular game — for example, whether it ends 40–15, 40–30, or 15–40, etc.
How It Works (Example Explained)
Let’s use an example match:
Match: Novak Djokovic Vs Carlos Alcaraz
Market: Set 2, Game 5 – Correct Score
Let’s say Djokovic is serving in Game 5 of the 2nd set.
Possible Correct Score Outcomes
A tennis game can end in several ways depending on who wins points first. Some examples:
| Possible Final Score | Meaning | Who Wins the Game |
|---|---|---|
| 40–0 | Server wins without losing a point | Djokovic |
| 40–15 | Server loses one point | Djokovic |
| 40–30 | Server loses two points | Djokovic |
| Ad–40 | Server saves a break point and wins | Djokovic |
| 0–40 | Receiver wins all points | Alcaraz |
| 15–40 | Receiver wins after server wins one point | Alcaraz |
| 30–40 | Receiver wins after server wins two points | Alcaraz |
| Ad–40 or 40–Ad (Deuce sequences) | One player wins after deuce | Depends on who holds advantage |
Example Betting Scenario
Bet placed: “Set 2 – Game 5 Correct Score: Djokovic to win 40–15.”
Odds: 5.00 (4/1)
What needs to happen:
- Djokovic must win the game while losing exactly one point (e.g., score sequence: 15–0, 30–0, 40–0, 40–15, game).
- If he wins 40–30 or 40–0 instead, your bet loses.
Important Factors to Consider
- Who is serving — Servers usually win their service games, so correct scores like 40–15 or 40–30 are more common when the server is strong.
- Player type —
- Big servers (like Djokovic, Isner, or Medvedev): Often win 40–0 or 40–15.
- Aggressive returners (like Alcaraz or Nadal): May force deuce or break the serve.
- Set situation —
- If a player is leading comfortably, they might play safer, increasing chances of longer games (40–30 or deuce).
- If under pressure, double faults or unforced errors can affect point outcomes.
- Surface type —
- Grass or hard courts: More quick points → 40–0, 40–15 more likely.
- Clay courts: Longer rallies → 40–30 or deuce games more common.
Example
Example Match:
Djokovic Vs Alcaraz
Set 2, Game 5 (Djokovic to serve)
You bet:
Correct Score: 40–15 Djokovic @ 5.00
Game result: Djokovic wins points as follows:
15–0, 30–0, 40–0, 40–15, Game Djokovic
Your bet wins — Correct score achieved.
If the final score was 40–30 or 40–0, bet loses.
Betting Tips for “Correct Score – Single Game”
- Check who’s serving before betting — crucial for predicting patterns.
- Watch player trends:
- If the player has been dominant on serve, 40–0 or 40–15 are safest.
- If games are going to deuce often, avoid “clean” scores.
- Surface awareness:
- On clay, deuce games are more frequent → consider “to deuce” instead.
- Live betting advantage:
- Wait for first few points — some sportsbooks still allow “in-game” betting during early points.
- Helps read momentum.
- Use small stakes — Correct score bets have high odds but high risk.
- Combine in accumulators only if you understand player serve patterns well.
Typical Odds Range (Example)
| Correct Score Option | Typical Odds |
|---|---|
| 40–0 | 3.00 – 5.00 |
| 40–15 | 4.00 – 6.00 |
| 40–30 | 5.00 – 8.00 |
| To Deuce | 2.50 – 4.00 |
| Receiver Wins 0–40 | 10.00 – 20.00 |
Summary
- Market: Set 2 Game 5 – Correct Score
- You’re betting on: The exact final point score of Game 5 in the 2nd set.
- Key to success: Understand the server’s dominance, player patterns, and game flow.
- Best for: Live or short-term bettors who follow every point closely.