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US Open Tennis 2016: Odds, Predictions for Key Players in Draw
- Updated: August 26, 2016
Novak Djokovic is the No. 1 tennis player in the world, but he may not be a very happy man as he prepares for the U.S. Open.
The Serb failed to win at Wimbledon this year and was eliminated from contention for a medal in the recently completed Rio Olympics.
As a result of those defeats in two high-profile events, Djokovic should come in ready to play his best tennis and defend the title he won last year. Not that it will be easy, though, as the world No. 1 will find himself in the cross hairs of the best players in the world.
He has certainly withstood these challenges in the past, as Djokovic has won 12 Grand Slam titles, including two U.S. Opens.
Djokovic comes into the New York tournament, which kicks off August 29, as the even-money favorite according to OddsShark, with Wimbledon and Olympic champion Andy Murray the second choice at plus-180.
While Djokovic has had a couple of recent defeats, it is difficult to see him losing here because of his consistency and his ability to place the ball wherever he wants on the court.
The Serbian is the No. 1-ranked player in the world as a result of his 51-5 record this year. He’s won nine tournaments and …
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