Expert Opinion on Gray, Alastair vs Story, James
On August 2, 2025, at 09:30, tennis enthusiasts will witness a compelling match between Alastair Gray and James Story. This analysis provides insights into the betting predictions for this event. Alastair Gray, known for his aggressive baseline play, is likely to push the game into long rallies, which could increase the number of games played. Meanwhile, James Story’s strategic serve-and-volley style might aim to shorten points and control the match tempo. The odds suggest a tightly contested first set with a significant chance of not reaching a tiebreak, indicating that both players may focus on securing an early advantage.
Gray, Alastair
Story, James
(FT)
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1st Set Games | 64.00% | (2-0) | |
| Tie Break in 1st Set (No) | 79.20% | (2-0) | |
| Under 1st Set Games | 64.40% | (2-0) | |
| Under 2.5 Sets | 81.20% | (2-0) | |
| Tie Break in Match (No) | 69.30% | (2-0) | |
| Total Games 2-Way (Over 22.5) | 54.30% | (2-0) | |
| Total Games 3-Way (Under 22) | 55.90% | (2-0) |
Betting Predictions
First Set Predictions
The odds indicate that there is a higher probability (62.70%) for the first set to have fewer than the expected number of games (Under 1st Set Games: 62.70) rather than exceeding it (Over 1st Set Games: 60.70). This suggests both players are likely to engage in closely contested rallies leading to deuces and potential break points.
Furthermore, the likelihood of not reaching a tiebreak in the first set stands at 82.10%. This reinforces the expectation of a set where service games are crucial and break points pivotal in determining the winner.
Overall Match Predictions
The probability of the match concluding in under two and a half sets is notably high at 80.70%. This aligns with expectations of a competitive match where neither player can easily dominate for extended periods.
The odds against having a tiebreak in the entire match stand at 65.70%, suggesting that one player may secure enough service games to avoid tiebreak scenarios altogether.
Total Games Predictions
In terms of total games played, there is a slight preference towards the match having fewer than 22 games (Total Games Under 2-Way: 51.40%) over exceeding this count (Total Games Over 3-Way: 56.30%). This indicates that while rallies may be lengthy, key points are expected to be decisive without dragging on excessively.