Australian Open Women’s Final 2010 Betting Preview
Serena Williams faces Justine Henin in the Women’s final of the Australian Open on Saturday.
A pre-tournament favorite, Williams survived a quarter-final scare against Victoria Azarenka, fighting back from being a set and 0-4 down to progress.
Henin was a wildcard entry and is only the second wildcard ever to reach a grand slam final, having thrashed Zheng Jie 6-1 6-0 in her semi-final.
Williams is a four-time Australian Open winner and is the current defending champion. Henin is a previous Australian Open champion in 2004, but is playing in only her second tournament since returning from an 18-month retirement.
This game will be seen as the strength and power of Williams against the more rounded game of the physically smaller Henin. Williams possesses exceptional power both on her serve and her range of shots, Henin also has a powerful serve but is known for footwork, variety, and an exceptional one-handed backhand among the best in the women’s game.
The bookmakers are predicting a close fought final with Williams a slight favorite in some corners. Williams is a 4/5 favorite with Henin even money. Other Sportsbook have it even tighter offering equal 10/11 betting odds on both Henin or Williams to win.
