WTA Finals Picks & Predictions

WTA Finals Predictions, Picks & Odds - Women’s Tennis Previews & Betting Online

All roads lead to the WTA Finals and it is one of the crown jewels of the women’s season. Like the ATP Tour Finals, the WTA Tour Finals features the world’s top 8 players for a unique tennis tournament.

After a grueling season, there are 1500 points up for grabs for the winner. In terms of value, it falls between a WTA 1000 event and a Grand Slam.

Stake keeps across all the tennis action throughout the year, so bettors can tap into the best tennis markets . Want to know more about the WTA Finals and the significance of this sports event? This guide will shed light on the main contenders and betting markets, so you can be well equipped to making informed wagers on Stake Sportsbook .

2024 WTA Finals Schedule & Overview

In 2024, the WTA Tour Finals will take place at a new venue. It always makes for compelling viewing, especially when the likes of Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff are on show.

Also known as the WTA Tour Championships, the tournament has a singles and doubles section. In the doubles segment, at the time of writing, there are 3 places up for grabs. If you are a fan of Katerina Siniakova, she has booked her spot, so you’ll be able to catch her in action alongside Taylor Townsend.

Each tournament has a round-robin element to it, split into 2 groups of 4. The top 2 from each group will qualify for the semi-finals. Remember, all matches are best-of-3 sets. The following sections will provide more details on the dates for this upcoming sports event and previous champions.

Current Women’s Tennis Champions

Iga Swiatek is the reigning women’s singles champion while Laura Siegemund and Vera Zvonareva stormed to glory 12 months ago.

We have produced tables for the women’s singles and doubles events, highlighting some of the past winners.

Singles winners

Doubles winners

When & Where are the WTA Finals 2024?

The WTA Tour Finals are set to take place this year during the first week of November. Last year, the WTA Finals were held in Mexico (Cancun), but it has now moved to Riyadh.

It has been confirmed Riyadh will stage the WTA Finals for 2025 and 2026 too. Also, the prize money has been raised to $15.25 million, a 70% increase on the 2023 edition.

In the following section, we will look at who will be the likely contenders in the singles tournament.

WTA Tour Finals 2024 Picks & Predictions - Who Will Win?

Although it might seem like an obvious pick, Sabalenka will take some beating and she has been the women’s equivalent of what Carlos Alcaraz has been for the men’s game.

An amazing year saw her lift 2 Grand Slam titles (the Australian Open and the US Open), and the way she conquered Flushing Meadows was incredible. Her forehand is a serious weapon, and while she fell short in 2022 against Caroline Garcia, this could be Sabalenka’s time.

Women Players to Watch

Let’s now take a look at a few other players who could be in the mix and shake things up in Riyadh.

Iga Swiatek

The current World No.1, Swiatek has been a dominant force in the game. Her ability to mix things up, blending power and finesse means she can be a threat on all surfaces.

Of course, there is pressure on her shoulders going into the tournament as she won the singles titles last year, but she should look to go deep.

Coco Gauff

Having recently recorded an excellent run of straight matches won, Coco Gauff also sends shudders down the spine of her opponents. She already has a Major title to her name, but securing a WTA Finals title would add a feather to her cap.

Gauff is quick and has tremendous power of both wings and the fact she’s been in good form of late should count for something. The only worry is her serve has been a little erratic.

Zheng Qinwen

Winning Olympic gold in Paris was a career-defining moment for Zheng. Yes, the gold medal has seen her confidence levels soar. More importantly, she has cut down on her unforced errors, including double faults, and she is fast proving she can go toe-to-toe with the best.

However, she will need to improve on her head-to-head record against the likes of Sabalenka if she’s going to stand a chance of walking away with the title.

Tennis Betting Tips, Odds & Preview

Throughout the WTA Finals, the odds will shift at Stake. This principle applies to pre-match betting .

Some players may be running on fumes, given it is a marathon campaign. To steer you in the right direction and navigate how to bet on tennis, we have a comprehensive tennis betting guide and have shared some useful tips:

• Keep a record of bets - For tennis betting, keep track of wagers placed. Figure out what went well, and if things go against you, adjust accordingly. You can also make use of the gambling budget calculator to see how much you should set aside per stake.

• Watch live tennis - To get an idea of how things might pan out, watch as much live tennis as possible. You may be able to identify player strengths and weaknesses, and this is applicable to all sports. Within this, keep up-to-date across all the news .

• Bankroll your account practically - Take a sensible approach to betting and don’t wager beyond your means. Stake has plenty of deposit and withdrawal methods including local currencies and different forms of cryptocurrencies for wagering. However, don’t chase losses, otherwise, it could affect your betting experience. Ensure you're staying Stake smart and always gamble responsibly by using our helpful tools like our budget calculator .

Types of Tennis Bets

• Matchwinner - Also known as the moneyline , this requires predicting who will prevail and it is a simple market.

• Outright - The outright betting markets will be guessing who will win the tournament and lines will be open a few weeks before the tournament starts or once the lineup is confirmed.

• Over/Under betting - The over/under betting line can work for wagering on sets and games. So, if you predict there to be Over 18.5 games in a match, 19 games or more will need to be recorded to be returned as a winner.

• Handicaps - Also known as spread betting , handicap betting is used to distinguish the quality between two players. So, for example, if Sabalenka was facing Emma Navarro, Sabalenka would be the favorite. She might have a -3 game spread, so to cover it, Sabalenka would need to win by 3 games or more for your bet to be successful.

• Set Betting: Set betting focuses on the result of sets rather than the match itself, with bettors able to predict the total number of sets played, the set score, and set winners. Because there’s more variety, set betting is often the preferred option over match betting. Learn more about set betting with our comprehensive guide.

Live Stream the WTA Finals Tennis Online at Stake Sportsbook

Stake leaves no stone unturned to keep bettors happy. It has a brilliant live streaming product delivering the action in crisp HD and you won’t experience lagging issues. Just register an account to enjoy the privilege. As you watch your favourite players on the court, you can also try out live betting and wager as the match unfolds.

Bet on Tennis with Best Odds on Stake Sportsbook

Stake is your top destination for tennis betting. There are always tons of odds, promotions and monthly bonuses floating about too. A standout deal is the End of Season final set tiebreaker . Here, you can back a player in the Final, and if they lose the deciding set on a tiebreak, you’ll get paid out up to $100.

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