Britain’s big hope, Andy Murray, faces Rafael Nadal in a massive 2010 Wimbledon semifinal clash on Friday afternoon.
This match is certain to eclipse the encounter between Tomas Berdych and Novak Djokovic on Court 1 as legions of British tennis fans will be rooting for Murray to reach his first Wimbledon final.
Andy Murray vs. Rafael Nadal Trends Analysis
Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal have met ten times in the past, with Nadal winning seven of these fixtures and Murray coming out on top in three. All of Murray’s wins have been achieved on hard courts (Nadal’s least favoured surface) and the two players have met on grass just once before.
That meeting, at Wimbledon 2008, produced a straight sets win for Nadal. Meanwhile Murray won the most recent meeting between the two players, at the 2010 Australian Open, courtesy of Nadal’s retirement from the match.
Andy Murray has had to put up with a fairly tough draw at Wimbledon in 2010. The Scot has nevertheless managed to progress in determined fashion, losing just one set in his most recent match against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.
Murray’s win ratio in 2010 is edging higher match-by-match and currently stands at close to 70%. The Briton is yet to claim a title in 2010, although recent form suggests that this will increase as the year progresses.
Rafael Nadal has battled his way into the semifinals, surviving two five set matches in the early rounds of the 2010 Wimbledon tournament. The Spaniard looked comfortable enough as he put away Robin Soderling in four sets in his quarterfinal fixture.
Nadal’s win rate this season is well over 90%, he’s top of the ATP Tour rankings and he’s won four titles to date in the 2010 ATP season.
Andy Murray vs. Rafael Nadal Betting Tips
Rafael Nadal is the favourite to win this match, trading at 8/13 at Paddy Power. Andy Murray is trading at 7/5 at Boylesports.
While Nadal is a strong favourite to win this match, Andy Murray may have a real chance to reach the Wimbledon final on Friday.
The Scot has played four less sets then his opponent, and has been putting away better players too. While Murray will have to overcome his tendency to choke, he may be able to break through Nalda’s famous resilience.
We’re going to put a patriotic punt on Andy Murray winning this match by backing him at Boylesports.
Andy Murray vs. Rafael Nadal Betting Odds
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