Australian Open 2025 Predictions: Top Tennis Best Bets for Day 3
As the Australian Open is going on and it reaches its day 3 tennis fans from around the world are cheering their best players who are playing at the ground in Melbourne.
We are here with a breakdown of predictions and bets for Australian Open Day 3 matches, scheduled for January 14th in the U.S.
1. Brandon Nakashima vs. Ben Shelton
| Stat | Nakashima | Shelton |
| Head-to-Head | 0 Wins | 2 Wins |
| Tiebreakers Played | 3 of 4 Sets | 3 of 4 Sets |
| Strengths | Baseline Play | Powerful Serve |
| Odds | +176 | Favorite |
Prediction: Nakashima has pushed Shelton to the brink in previous meetings, and with odds undervaluing his chances, there’s value in betting on him.
Bet: Nakashima Moneyline (ML): +176 (0.5 units).
2. Gael Monfils vs. Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard
| Stat | Monfils | Mpetshi Perricard |
| Age | 38 | 21 |
| Serve Hold % (2024) | 81.7% | 89.9% |
| Recent Form | Title in Auckland | Rising Talent |
Prediction: Mpetshi Perricard’s dominant serve gives him an edge, especially against an aging Monfils who might struggle physically after a demanding week.
Bet: Mpetshi Perricard ML: -140 (1.5 units).
3. Stan Wawrinka vs. Lorenzo Sonego
| Stat | Wawrinka | Sonego |
| Age | 39 | 29 |
| 2024 Break % | Moderate | 13.5% (Poor) |
| Winning % (2024) | 42.3% | 42.3% |
Prediction: Wawrinka’s experience and Sonego’s returning struggles make this an interesting match. Expect the veteran to pull off an upset.
Bet: Wawrinka ML: +200 (0.5 units).
4. Peyton Stearns vs. Emma Navarro
| Stat | Stearns | Navarro |
| Head-to-Head | 0 Wins | 4 Wins |
| Serve Strength | Weak | Solid |
| Style | Aggressive | Defensive |
Prediction: Navarro’s steady baseline game and better serving will counter Stearns’ riskier shot-making style.
Bet: Navarro ML: -138 (1.5 units).
Added Picks
- Parlay:
- Nakashima +2.5 Sets vs. Shelton.
- Rune ML vs. Zhang (-152).
Reason: Rune is a heavy favorite, and Nakashima should at least win one set.
- Iva Jovic ML (-110) vs. Nuria Parrizas-Diaz.
Stay tuned for updates as matches progress. Check more “ Australian Open 2025 : Highlights”
