Djokovic v Federer predictions, betting tips and odds (Australian Open - 28.1.2016)

Tuesday, 20 October 2020 18:11
Written by David Bet

World's number one Novak Djokovic will take on Roger Federer in the semi-finals of the 2016 Australian Open on 28th January at the Rob Laver Arena in Melbourne Park. Can the Serb keep his quest for a sixth Australian Open alive? Or will the Swiss maestro take one more step toward his goal of 18 Grand Slam titles? Find here our Djokovic v Federer betting preview, including tips, predictions, best odds, free bets and no deposit bonuses.

DJOKOVIC v FEDERER BETTING PREVIEW

Novak Djokovic made no such mistakes against Kei Nishikori in the quarterfinals after he defeated Gilles Simon 6-3, 6-7 (1), 6-4, 4-6, 6-3, in a thrilling five-setter in the fourth round. Other than that, the top-seeded Serb has costed past Hyeon Chung, Quentin Halys, Andreas Seppi in the previous rounds. He looked very powerful and athletic but has had trouble keeping his unforced errors low at this tournament.

Roger Federer recorded a 7-6 (4), 6-2, 6-4 straight sets victory over Tomas Berdych in the quarterfinals. He has dropped just one set at the Australian Open, in the third round against Grigor Dimitrov. Prior to those matches, he was very impressive in beating Alexandr Dolgopolov in straight sets in the 2nd round. Federer has to remain committed yet cautious when it comes to his aggressive style. Charging toward the net usually yields positive results. However, against Djokovic, the world No. 3 must pick the right moments and avoid getting beat on passing shots. His nerves also are a big X-factor.

The Serb and the Swiss maestro meet each other for the 45th time in all competitions and there nothing to choose between the two in terms of head-to-head, with each winning 22 encounters, across the years but Djokovic has an advantage in the matches played between them after 2011, leading 16-9. They are 4-4 in their last eight meetings on hard courts.

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