Elizara Yaneva vs Emily Appleton

Thursday's ITF Manchester women's singles match features Elizara Yaneva against Emily Appleton. Yaneva enters as the clear favorite, with average moneyline odds of 1.28, reflecting her higher ranking and consistent form on the ITF circuit. Appleton, playing on home soil, is priced at 3.31, indicating she is seen as a significant underdog but capable of an upset, especially with the potential support of a local crowd.

The odds suggest a match where Yaneva is expected to control the baseline and dictate play. For Appleton, the key will be leveraging her powerful serve and looking to finish points at the net to disrupt Yaneva's rhythm. While the market heavily favors Yaneva, the 3.31 line for Appleton offers notable value for those who believe she can harness the home advantage and produce her best tennis.