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Originally Posted by troutman
Seems to me Emma is being favored in betting odds vs. Leylah? Why, who did she beat compared to Leylah?
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Her draw was much easier, but she also dealt with those players much more easily. Additionally, Emma has been getting better odds than Leylah throughout, which I assume has to do with betting trends.
I think Emma actually is the better bet, though. Leylah gets a lot of balls back in and can extend rallies until she can set up her forehand, but Emma's backhand is clearly better and her serve is better as well. Her first step is lightning quick, so drop shots aren't a great play. You can't rely on her to gift you points as she doesn't seem to make many UEs, and her return of the second serve has looked outstanding - she was smashing those 2nd serves back right at Sakkari's feet. Leylah is a good matchup for her. So I would agree with her being favoured.