Australian Open betting - Rafael Nadal v Peter Luczak (Monday, January 18, 08:00 GMT)
Rafael Nadal begins the defence of his Australian Open crown in Monday’s night session in Melbourne
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Nadal has not won a title since last May and a recent poor record against the top ten, not many are predicting the 7/2 Spaniard to successfully defend his title.
However, the world number two should not be written off so soon. In the Qatar Open, Nadal showcased a new more adventurous style of play, playing closer to the baseline and looking to dictate play. It was those tactics which won him Wimbledon and an Olympic gold medal in 2008, so 2010 could see the resurgence of Nadal as a Slam winner once more.
Peter Luczak, a massive 5000/1 shot to win the tournament, should provide a decent opening test. The big serving Aussie will bring his game to Nadal and likes to be very aggressive and get into the net as much as possible.
Luczak has made a good start to the season. He caused Andy Roddick a few problems in Brisbane and then made the Sydney quarters, beating Tomas Berdych along the way.
However, Nadal loves a target so don’t expect Luczak’s serve-volleying tactics to have too much success.
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