US Open betting tips: The best bets for Alcaraz v Ruud

US Open betting tips, preview and odds

The final grand slam of the year comes to an end tonight and we complete our US Open betting tips with a preview of the men’s singles final at Flushing Meadows.

Two of the most exciting talents in the game meet and we have analysed the odds to come up with our two best bets for the championship match.

Carlos Alcaraz v Casper Ruud

The climax to what has been an extraordinary grand slam tournament will be a straight shootout for a maiden major trophy for both men and top spot in the rankings.

At the age of 19, Alcaraz is the youngest man to make a slam final since his fellow Spaniard Rafael Nadal won his first title at the French Open back in 2005.

Alcaraz beat Frances Tiafoe 6-7 (6) 6-3 6-1 6-7 (5) 6-3 in the semi-final, giving us a 6/1 winner in our US Open betting tips after we predicted Alcaraz to win after losing the first set.

Once again he showed Nadal-like powers of mental and physical endurance to recover and beat the American and fitness is certainly not an issue for Alcaraz, who had battled for five sets beyond 2am in his previous two matches.

He has spent nearly 20 hours on court in six matches but said: “I feel great right now. A little bit tired. I’m just so, so happy. I thought about a young man 10 years ago dreaming for this moment.

“It’s amazing to be able to fight for big things. First time in a final of a grand slam. I can see the number one but at the same time it’s so far.

“I have one more to go against a player who plays incredible. I’m going to give everything that I have. I’m going to enjoy the moment and let’s see what happens.”