I think Serena is in big trouble tonight

[IWishIWasAPro]

I was going over her matches this entire tournament and the way she is moving won't cut it against somebody like Osaka. Serena is quite lucky because her last opponent Halep is somebody who doesn't rely on power and always had trouble with her serve. Her opponent before that in Sabalenka has power but she is a complete nut case who is always dishing out unforced errors and still took Serena to 3.

On the other hand Osaka's 4th round opponent Muguruza who up to that point was just steam rolling opponents this season prepared her big time for this moment. Not only did Osaka push through adversity (mishaps on serve) she pulled through against somebody who had BOTH power and movement.

Osaka is going to move on barring a complete meltdown serving. You can bet on it.

 

[winkyduck]

I am actually rooting for her to win so we might be able to get Brady as a dog in the Finals or a very slight fave. Brady would mop the court with Serena

 

[IWishIWasAPro]

Brady should get by Muchova. Pliskova gave Muchova the match off some VERY pathetic serving and I'm not sure why Barty didn't finish off Muchova when she was in complete control. I just can't believe the medical timeout by Muchova really threw her for a loop.

Osaka Brady final...

 

[Bigrunner]

I am actually rooting for her to win so we might be able to get Brady as a dog in the Finals or a very slight fave. Brady would mop the court with Serena

I like Serena to win it all. Both Naomi or Serena will be favored over Brady. IMO

 

[Bigrunner]

Winky here's the odds on outright AO winner. Basically confirming Brady will be close to a +200 dog against either Osaka or Williams.

To win outright courtesy of Fanduel:

Osaka +125
Williams +180
Brady +440
Muchova +1200

 

[John Kelly]

I did not care for Serena's last match.

More unforced errors (33) than winners (24).

I do fear Serena's back class, however.

 

[Murphy’s Best]

Should I add back class to my EOG glossary??

 

[Bigrunner]

I did not care for Serena's last match.

More unforced errors (33) than winners (24).

I do fear Serena's back class, however.

Her Grand Slam record since her return from childbirth is not too shabby. 8 starts, 4 finals, 1 semifinal, 1 quarter final, and 2 3rd rounds. Her return game, which was known as the best has diminished since her return. Will Osaka serve cause this pattern to continue? Most so yes but I believe Serena has gotten in her best shape since childbirth and has improved since losing to Osaka in the famous 2018 U.S. Open final. Her return % was 38.4%. I predict a better return % tonight?

https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/how-serena-williams-could-finally-break-the-grand-slam-record/

 

[winkyduck]

Winky here's the odds on outright AO winner. Basically confirming Brady will be close to a +200 dog against either Osaka or Williams.

To win outright courtesy of Fanduel:

Osaka +125
Williams +180
Brady +440
Muchova +1200

Brady is -170 now. +440 means a 2-team "parlay" of her in the Semis & Finals. She would need to be +240 to make a +440 "parlay" of her in the Semis & Finals. If less than +240 then +440 is better while over +240 makes +440 a bad payout

So now what is left to determine is what price Brady would be in the Finals. I think she is less than +240 if facing Serena and around this price or a tad higher against Osaka

 

[Bigrunner]

Will Jennifer Brady win the WTA Australian Open 2021? (Player Must Start for Action) - Yes +474 - (Yes vrs No)
Game Start 02/17/2021 @ 09:00 PM

Got this about an hour ago at BM.

 

[IWishIWasAPro]

I think Pitt-NC State over 76 2H +101 is a smart bet as well. 40-39 NC State at half.

 

[IWishIWasAPro]

One thing about these tennis matches is we have to wait until late to watch them, 9:00 pm central.

 

[winkyduck]

Will Jennifer Brady win the WTA Australian Open 2021? (Player Must Start for Action) - Yes +474 - (Yes vrs No)
Game Start 02/17/2021 @ 09:00 PM

Got this about an hour ago at BM.

Brady now -182 meaning she would have to be at least +271 to get +475 on that payout. Can't see her being that big of a dog to either

 

[jimmythegreek]

I think Pitt-NC State over 76 2H +101 is a smart bet as well. 40-39 NC State at half.

Halftime totals lower than the actual first half output make me cringe, let alone on praying for OT, unless the Citadel or Marshall plays in that situation.

 

[Wade]

serena Williams has a ghetto booty

 

[railbird]

Osaka gets tight in tight matches. Serena looking the best she has since being a mom. her unforced errors last match came in a 20 minute window mostly back hands, may have been string related somewhat

 

[railbird]

I am actually rooting for her to win so we might be able to get Brady as a dog in the Finals or a very slight fave. Brady would mop the court with Serena

disagree. altough brady underrated

 

[railbird]

osaka backhand sucks

 

[Viejo Dinosaur]

osaka backhand sucks

Yeah

 

[railbird]

serena gets lazy with feet, osaka low 1st serve pct

 

[railbird]

lazy feet on backhand

 

[railbird]

Patrick Mouratoglou a fake coach like nick bolleteri, an academy huistler scam artist who cant play himself

 

[railbird]

Richard williams a better coach

 

[mr merlin]

2 very dislikable players, i guess I hate Osaka less.

 

[railbird]

serena spectates too much, needs to move feet more

 

[cheapseats]

In game tennis......lol

 

[railbird]

In game tennis......lol

most in game wagered sport in the world behind soccer

 

[Bigrunner]

2 very dislikable players, i guess I hate Osaka less.

Osaka very unlikable? Lol

Oh I forgot this. "Says the idiot who loves Adolph Trump".

 

[cheapseats]

Sure, and Osaka shit is bigger than serena!

 

[railbird]

Osaka very unlikable? Lol

Oh I forgot this. "Says the idiot who loves Adolph Trump".

Osaka is very disliked. Trump has 2 mile long line to get into rally. big difference

 

[mr merlin]

serena spectates too much, needs to move feet more

She's got the rear end of a hippopotomus, it's hard to move quick.

 

[John Kelly]

Naomi Osaka wins in straight sets, 3 and 4.

Kudos to PRO.

 

[railbird]

Naomi Osaka wins in straight sets, 3 and 4.

Kudos to PRO.

Serena lost 3 and 4.

 

[Viejo Dinosaur]

Osaka is very disliked. Trump has 2 mile long line to get into rally. big difference

Trump has 2 mile long line of those he stiffed in Atlantic City....

 

[FairWarning]

Osaka is very disliked. Trump has 2 mile long line to get into rally. big difference

The masses are asses.

- Railbird

 

[FairWarning]

Trump has 2 mile long line of those he stiffed in Atlantic City....

Stiffed his good friend Rudy.

 

[mr merlin]

Stiffed his good friend Rudy.

Can you believe the fake media, I think not?

At least 75% of the stories in the NY times or WA post are false.

 

[FairWarning]

Can you believe the fake media, I think not?

At least 75% of the stories in the NY times or WA post are false.

Did he pay him? I heard it on Fox.

 

[John Kelly]

Naomi Osaka wins in straight sets, 3 and 4.

Kudos to PRO.

Serena lost 3 and 4.

Interesting distinction.

Osaka now a prohibitive favorite (-450 or thereabouts) over Brady in the Final.

 

[Viejo Dinosaur]

Interesting distinction.

Osaka now a prohibitive favorite (-450 or thereabouts) over Brady in the Final.

Osaka has a weak backhand.....but she is in the finals.....hahahahaha