We have quite a semi-final line-up in the Australian Open as the big four do battle to reach the final in the mens’ and it’s just as competitive in the womens’.

Sky Sports’ tennis commentator Nick Lester talks to Dave Kelner ahead of the action to give us his verdict on Andy Murray’s clash with Novak Djokovic

He also assesses the mouth-watering clash between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal before previewing the womens’ semi-finals between Victoria Azarenka and Kim Clijsters, and Maria Sharapova’s match up with Petra Kvitova.

He gives us his selections in each of the matches and the best bets to look out for along the way.

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This tournament is in serious danger of being remembered for the wrong reasons with the USTA continuing to make farcical decisions and, with Angelique Kerber and Samantha Stosur being forced to play their semi-final on Grandstand Court, that theme looks set to continue.

At least we have the ‘big four’ contesting the semi-finals on the men’s side and Sky Sports’ Nick Lester is back to deliver his verdict on Saturday’s matches.

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Jo-Wilfried Tsonga produced three incredible sets of tennis to knock Roger Federer out of the tournament, but can he maintain his form and beat Novak Djokovic?

The Serb has had an extraordinary season and will put continuous pressure on the serve of Tsonga.

In the other semi-final, Andy Murray renews his rivalry with Rafael Nadal.  Murray must play aggressive tennis to oust the Pearl Of Manacor.

Sky Sports commentator Nick Lester delivers his verdict on both the men’s and women’s semi-finals on this edition of the podcast.

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Sky Sports commentator Nick Lester is in Roland Garros covering the tennis and took a bit of time out of his schedule to preview both the men’s and women’s French Open semi-finals.

For the first time since 2006 the top four seeds in the men’s side of the draw have progressed to this stage however, with doubts over Andy Murray’s fitness, Nick is confident Rafael Nadal is a strong favourite in his semi.

Listen to Nick’s analysis on all four matches by clicking the audio button above.

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Madrid, Spain – Defending champion Rafael Nadal got a free pass into the quarterfinals when Juan Martin Del Potro withdrew from their much-anticipated R16 clash with a hip injury yesterday.
Next up for a well-rested Nadal is Michael Llodra of France, who advanced over Daniel Gimeno-Traver in three sets, storming back from a set down to clinch the victory over the home favourite.
Former…

Madrid, Spain – Arguably, the clash between Djokovic and Ferrer in the Madrid Masters quarters will be the highlight on the day’s tennis-betting card because Djokovic remains undefeated this season, and Ferrer is on hot form and has home advantage going his way as he attempts to accomplish what his peers (Nadal and Federer, namely ) have failed to do: beat Djokovic.

Indian Wells, California – World No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki highlights semi-final round betting action on the BNP Paribas Open today as she takes on former World No.1 Maria Sharapova.
Theirs is a much-anticipated matchup and a billing that casts a shadow over the other match of the day that features rising star Yanina Wickmayer and been-around-the-block Marion Bartoli.
Head-to-head, Sharapova…

Acapulco, Mexico—ATP Acapulco Open betting markets are in full swing as the tournament enters the penultimate round, the semis. And we have two scintillating matchups to bet on that promises endless thrills and potentially even surprises.
Former two-time champion Nicolas Almagro, on a devastating run through the South American clay-court swing having already won two titles, is one of…

Acapulco, Mexico – ATP Acapulco Open betting markets are hopping with action now that the semi-final line up is set with four very intriguing players, all of which credible challengers in the hunt for the title that make picking the winner a tough call.

Delray Beach, USA – The Delray Beach International Tennis Championships, formerly a clay-court event but now a hard court event, moves into the quarterfinal round on Friday and amongst the hopefuls looking to advance into the semis is Janko Tipsarevic and former champion Kei Nishikori.