Surface speed plays an important role in predicting the outcome of a tennis match. Court Pace Indexes measures just how fast courts in a certain tournament actually are and as such helps you with your predictions.

For skimmers:

1. Strong math skills and focus on value (not game-winner)

2. Expert knowledge of sport/league

3. Transparent and stable long-term strategy

4. Viable market and bookmaker

Bonus: how to evaluate tipsters through statistic

Sports betting isn't just a matter of luck. Although luck does play a part, statistical analysis is at the heart of the business. To be effective over the long term and become a professional bettor, you need to develop and hone certain skills. A key concept that all bettors should understand is that of the "Value Bet". It's a term that deserves special attention to enlighten all punters, especially novices.