Wimbledon 2024: The Prestigious ATP Tennis Major Set on Hallowed Turf
The Gentlemen's Wimbledon Slam Commences on July 1st, 2024 with Main Draw
The prestigious Wimbledon Grand Slam tournament, dating back to 1877, is currently underway with qualifying matches for the year's most prestigious tennis tournament. The ATP Tour's oldest tournament, only one of the four Grand Slams to be held on grass, is orchestrated annually in southwest London by the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC).
Referred to colloquially as the "sacred grass of Wimbledon", this tournament holds significant importance in the tennis world, with many considering it the most crucial major event of the year. During the tournament, tennis professionals reside in a residential complex, reminiscent of a small village, adjacent to the courts, providing 22 exceptional training conditions. However, the main tournament takes place on 18 courts, with the final taking place on the Center Court, capable of accommodating 15,000 spectators.
Unlike other Grand Slams and tennis tournaments, Wimbledon enforces a strict dress code, requiring all players to don white trousers and shirts throughout their matches. Wimbledon is also globally broadcast on TV and experiences an influx of millions of tennis fans annually. Defending champ is Carlos Alcaraz from Spain, who triumphantly defeated Novak Djokovic from Serbia in a nail-biting five-set final last year (1:6, 7:6, 6:1, 3:6, and 6:4) [English video].
Wimbledon 2024 Bets: Guidelines for Gamblers
Sports betting enthusiasts can place various bets on the tournament's individual matches through bookmakers during the Wimbledon Grand Slam, with a wide array of betting markets available. The following betting markets are available for every match in the tournament:
- Moneyline bets: Regardless of games or sets, bets on the winner are available for each match.
- Set bets: Tennis professionals need to win three sets (up to five sets in total). Bets on the winner of a set and the overall number of sets are offered.
- Game bets: To decide a set, a tennis professional must win six games. Bets on the winner of each game are available.
- Tie-break bets: If a set is tied at 6:6, it's decided in a tie-break. Bets on whether there will be a tie-break and who will win it are offered.
- Handicap bets: In addition to typical moneyline bets, bookmakers also offer handicap bets, where a player is given a virtual head start or disadvantage.
These betting markets are available not just for Wimbledon 2024, but also for other Grand Slams such as the Australian Open and the French Open.
Besides individual game bets, long-term bets are also available from bookmakers. Fans can place bets on the Wimbledon 2024 champion. On average, bookmakers offer the following betting odds, but these can change depending on the tournament's developments:
- Jannik Sinner (Italy) (2.75)
- Carlos Alcaraz (Spain) (2.75)
- Novak Djokovic (Serbia) (5.00)
- Alexander Zverev (Germany) (15.00)
- Daniil Medvedev (Russia) (17.00)
- Hubert Hurkacz (Poland) (17.00)
- Jack Draper (UK) (21.00)
- Mateo Berrettini (Italy) (21.00)
- Alex de Minaur (Australia) (22.00)
- Grigor Dimitrov (Bulgaria) (26.00)
German tennis player Alexander Zverev, who narrowly lost in the French Open 2024 final to Carlos Alcaraz, is considered by bookmakers to be among the favorites to win the Wimbledon final.
Epic Tennis Moments in Wimbledon's History
One of the most iconic moments in Wimbledon's history is Boris Becker's 1986 victory. At 17 years old, Becker became youngest champ in tournament history by defeating Kevin Curren in the final.
Another memorable match was the 2010 duel between John Isner and Nicolas Mahut, which lasted an astounding 11 hours and 5 minutes, recording as the longest final in tournament history. Andy Murray made history in 2013 by becoming the first British player to win Wimbledon since 1936, defeating Milos Raonic in the final.
The 2019 Wimbledon final between Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer was a riveting match that Djokovic won in five sets. It was also the first final to be decided in a tiebreak in the fifth set.
Record Holders in the Wimbledon Grand Slam
Roger Federer currently holds the sole record with eight Wimbledon titles. Despite his retirement, this record is unlikely to be broken.
Novak Djokovic and Pete Sampras, who has also retired, have both won Wimbledon seven times. Should Djokovic win again, he could tie Federer's record.
Boris Becker is the sole German tennis ace to clinch the Wimbledon title, achieving this feat in 1985, 86, and 89.
Champion Tennis Stars of Late Wimbledon Events
Novak Djokovic has been a dominant force in Wimbledon, bagging six out of the last ten Grand Slams on its hallowed turf. Consequently, he's a strong contender for the Wimbledon 2024 title. The following players have secured Wimbledon victories in the last decade:
- 2023: Carlos Alcaraz (Spain)
- 2022: Novak Djokovic (Serbia)
- 2021: Novak Djokovic (Serbia)
- 2020: Tournament halted
- 2019: Novak Djokovic (Serbia)
- 2018: Novak Djokovic (Serbia)
- 2017: Roger Federer (Switzerland)
- 2016: Andy Murray (UK)
- 2015: Novak Djokovic (Serbia)
- 2014: Novak Djokovic (Serbia)
We eagerly anticipate thrilling matches and will keep a close tab on the Grand Slam event at Wimbledon.
The upcoming Wimbledon news is eagerly awaited by tennis fans worldwide, as they look forward to seeing if any player can challenge defending champ Carlos Alcaraz in 2024. With bookmakers offering various betting markets on Wimbledon 2024, many enthusiasts are placing their bets on their favorite players, such as Jannik Sinner or Carlos Alcaraz, who have the highest odds to win.
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