Alexandrova - Raducanu: betting tip for the Australian Open match
In the first round of the Australian Open on January 14, Ekaterina Alexandrova will play Emma Raducanu. The British tennis player has not played a single official match this year before the start in Melbourne. How will this affect her game today? We suggest you read our betting tip and choose the best bets for the game

Command Analysis

Ekaterina Alexandrova

Current form
Alexandrova did not perform well in the pre-Slam tournaments, but nevertheless got some practice. In Brisbane, Ekaterina lost to Jabeur without a chance at the start (3-6, 2-6). Then in Adelaide, she managed to beat Fernandez (6-4, 3-6, 6-2), after which she lost in a tough fight to Navarro (6-7, 4-6).
Professional qualities
The Russian tennis player likes to play ahead, to dictate her terms on the court. This type of tennis requires good preparation, which Ekaterina often has problems with. However, when Alexandrova gets the necessary game practice, gains confidence in her own strength, it is not easy to stop her. Moreover, the tennis player has a powerful first serve in her arsenal.
Current indicators in the tour
In the world rankings, Alexandrova is ranked 31st. Since the beginning of the year, the tennis player has won only one of three matches. In Melbourne last year, Ekaterina was eliminated at the start after losing to Siegemund.
Interesting facts for betting
- In two of three matches since the beginning of the year, Alexandrova played two sets
- In the two previous matches involving Ekaterina, more than nine games were played in the first set

Emma Raducanu

Current form
Raducanu did not play a single official match before the start of the Australian Open. It is difficult to judge in what form the British player brought herself to Melbourne. It should be noted that Emma played her last matches in November for the national team as part of the Billie Jean King Cup. Then she won all her matches.
Professional qualities
Emma is distinguished by her versatility, she has no weaknesses as such in her game. Raducanu can equally successfully work on the back line, clearly carry out her attacks, reliably serve the first ball.
Current indicators in the tour
At the moment, Raducanu occupies a modest 61st place in the world ranking. Let us recall that her personal best is the tenth position. Emma has played in the Australian Open three times in her career, invariably making it to the second round and putting away her racket.
Interesting facts for betting
- Raducanu has consistently made it to the second round in Melbourne
- In her last three matches, Raducanu played more than nine games in the second set.
Trends
Rate Set Result: 1=2
This scenario has played out in two of Raducanu last three matches
4.40Bet 2nd set: total under 9.5 games
This bet has been successful in two of Alexandrova last three matches
1.67Tip and bets
It is difficult to judge in what form Raducanu approached the start in Melbourne, since she did not play official matches the day before. However, it is unlikely that the lack of practice will have a positive effect on her game. Alexandrova played three matches, was not distinguished by stability, but most importantly, she got much-needed game practice. We think that Ekaterina will have a chance to win if she is in the right mood.
Our prediction is Alexandrova victory with odds of 2.21
Bet on total
Alexandrova has never been known for stability, often losing concentration during matches, losing an advantage. In two previous matches with Ekaterina participation, more than 21 games were played, which is what we expect today.
The second bet is total over 21 games for 1.83
Bet on the first set
We expect that a close fight in the upcoming match will unfold already at the start. Moreover, in the two previous matches involving the Russian tennis player, more than nine games were played in the first set.
Betting Tip - total games in the first set over 9.5 with odds of 2.02