The U.S. Open kicks off in New York, showcasing the best players in the world on the biggest stage. Jannik Sinner, fresh off a victory at Wimbledon, is the defending US Open champion on the men’s side. Taft Gantt, who accurately predicted all four semifinalists for Wimbledon last month, breaks down his leading bets for the tournament. For more real-time free picks daily, check out the Inside the Lines Blog.
U.S. Open Best Bets
Ben Shelton to reach quarterfinals (+155, FanDuel) Shelton enters the U.S. Open as one of the leading American players. While facing Carlos Alcaraz in the quarters is a tough task, Shelton’s form since Wimbledon (12-2 record) suggests he can win his first four matches convincingly.
Taylor Fritz (+320, FanDuel) & Frances Tiafoe (+1200, FanDuel) to reach semifinals Both competed in last year’s U.S. Open semifinals and could reach the final four again despite challenging halves of the draw.
Alex De Minaur to reach semifinals (+440, FanDuel) With a favorable draw, De Minaur’s consistent performance in past grand slams suggests he might break through this year.
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Taft’s Past Picks Since Joining the Inside the Lines Team:
| Match | Odds | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Shelton + Musetti ML | -147 | -1.00 |
| Djokovic To Reach Semi Finals | +105 | +1.05 |
| Fritz To Reach Semi Finals | +400 | +4.00 |
| Swiatec + Shelton ML | -150 | +0.66 |
| Alcaraz + Norrie O32.5 | -110 | -1.00 |
| Fritz, Djokovic, Sinner, Alcaraz To Reach Semi Finals | +1400 | +14.00 |
