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Flushing Meadows, New York – No.4 Nikolay Davydenko became the first player to confirm his spot in the semifinal round today with a straight set victory over Tommy Haas 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. In the second quarterfinal match scheduled for today, Roger Federer takes on Andy Roddick at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Starting at 8:30PM Eastern Time, the second match in the top half of the draw is the most anticipated matchup of the entire Sportsbook has Roger Federer as the outright favorite -1400.

Roger Federer -7 EV -1400 Over 36½ -125

Andy Roddick +7 -140 +650 Under 36½ -115

Tennis Prediction: – As much as Andy Roddick, following his demoralizing loss 6-4, 6-0, 6-2, at the 2007 Australian Open semifinal is itching to have another go at Roger Federer; as much as the crowd would love to see Roddick take it to Federer, history is against Andy Roddick.

In their overall career record, Roddick trails a whopping 1-13. Of course, by virtue of home court advantage, Roddick would seem to be the better bet; but with three US Open titles and a record fourth US Open title within reach, Federer has shown that on this turf, in this city, he is unbeatable.

At -1400, Federer is the better play. There is no doubt about it. Federer is the greatest player that ever lived. Ask anyone! This year, he won his fifth Wimbledon title, rivaling a feat that Bjorn Borg accomplished more than 20 years ago and at the US Open, he stands poised to win his fourth US Open title, a feat that has not been accomplished in theOpen Era (1968). Bet on Federer without a second thought. The best Roddick can hope for, is to lose in a closely contested match, gaining back some respect in front of his home crowd.

Tennis Free Pick: Federer in straight sets

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Nila Amerova is a freelance sports writer and regular contributor to the BetUS.com Locker Room