Novak Djokovic vs Ben Shelton Betting Pick
US Open Semis Prediction
Novak Djokovic will play Ben Shelton in Friday’s semifinals of the US Open. Here are our picks and predictions for the Novak Djokovic vs Ben Shelton match.
Djokovic advanced to face Taylor Fritz in the quarterfinals after eliminating Alexandre Muller, Laslo Djere, Bernabe Zapara Mirrales, and Borna Gojo. With only one game lost, the first set was a cakewalk for the Serb.
Betting Analysis and Predictions
To play Frances Tiafoe in the quarterfinals, Shelton had to get past Dominic Thiem, Pedro Cachin, Tommy Paul, and Aslan Karatsev. The 20-year-old won the opening set by a score of 5-1, coming back from a 2-1 deficit.
In retaliation, Tiafoe won the second set to even the score. Each player had six service breaks in the third set, and there were eight. Shelton battled back after dropping a pair of set points in the tie-break to win the set ultimately.
Sports betting reports show Shelton broke the serve to begin the fourth game. Staying calm, he broke his opponent’s serve again en route to a 6-2, 3-6, 7-6 (7), 6-2 victory.
Since this is their first encounter, their head-to-head record is currently blank.
Djokovic’s performance was not quite at his peak, but it was good enough to win in straight sets against Fritz. He was successful on 68% of his first-serve points, although his five double faults were a lot. The Serb scored 25 runs but committed almost as many errors (22).
According to online bookie pay per head software experts, Shelton showed bravery and defeated Tiafoe. He hit 50 home runs while only making 34 mistakes. It is the first Grand Slam semifinal for the young American.
Novak Djokovic vs Ben Shelton Betting Picks
Game Time: September 8, 2023
Bet on Novak Djokovic at -1429
Djokovic can lead or play a supporting role with equal ease. His versatility puts him in the conversation with the game’s all-time greats. According to offshore sportsbook software, the odds are heavily in favor of the Serb. However, as the underdog, Shelton does not have to worry about living up to anyone’s expectations.
