Sky High Odds on Djokovic Making the Next Round in Australian Open

Australian Open 2012 enters the 2nd round, while Roger Federer already made it to the third round as his opponent, Andreas Beck, has unexpectedly withdrawn from the tournament due to back injury.

With the Grand Slam tournament just starting, punters enjoy hot action on courts and at online sportsbooks offering great odds including JackpotFinder-approved Paddy Power, Bet365 and Victor Chandler. All sportsbooks favor the big names, yet a surprise win of an underdog can pay out a little fortune.

Among the favorites is Novak Djokovic, the last year’s winner, he will play Giraldo in the second round. Paddy Power pays 40/1 if Girlado wins. Betting on Djokovic, although a safer bet, will pay out at microscopic line of 1/500.

Meanwhile, Bet365 offers 25/1 odds on Edouard Roger-Vasselin beating Andy Murray. Wagering on Murray will bring punters a tiny 1/100 line. Andy Roddick is expected to beat Lleyton Hamilton with 3/10 odds, and 12/5 line is offered if the match goes Hamilton way.

At Victor Chandler, if Lucas Lacko upsets Nadal, the payout will be 14/1. Betting on Nadal will pay out at a meager line of 1/50. For Federer’s third round opponent, Ivo Karlovic, the odds are 1/28 if Federer passes, while betting on Karlovic will pay out a handy 28/1.

Australian Open 2012 betting offerings are open to all members of JackpotFinder-approved online sportsbooks Paddy Power, Bet365 and Victor Chandler. Punter are free to enjoy a multitude of live betting odds avaialable on all matches. Mobile betting is also available at these sportsbooks and provides comfort of wagering on-the-go.