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Read Article Tennis bets today: Two picks for Thursday ft. Tirante vs. Fils [8/20/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Editor
Get ATP & WTA predictions and picks for Thursday, August 20, 2026.
Today’s tennis picks for August 20, 2026 are here, with Thiago Tirante vs. Arthur Fils among the top plays identified by our model across Thursday’s tennis play.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, scanning the latest tennis odds to find real betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of tennis picks tonight [8/20, updated 6:54PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s tennis best bets, ranked by edge for Thursday, August 20, 2026.
ATP Cincinnati Open: Arthur Fils -3.5 (-120)
- Edge: 5.5%
- Probability: 60.1%
- Matchup: Thiago Tirante vs. Arthur Fils (8:30PM ET)
Our model has identified value on Arthur Fils -3.5 at -120 odds in their matchup at ATP Cincinnati Open. A 60.1% probability produces an edge of 5.5%, making this the strongest play for today's tennis slate.
ATP Cincinnati Open: Arthur Fils vs. Thiago Tirante Under 22.5 total games (-120)
- Edge: 4.1%
- Probability: 58.6%
- Matchup: Thiago Tirante vs. Arthur Fils (8:30PM ET)
At ATP Cincinnati Open, Thiago Tirante vs. Arthur Fils under 22.5 total games carries a 4.1% edge and a probability of 58.6% at -120 odds, according to our model.
Tennis best bets summary: Thursday, 8/20/2026
As of 6:54PM ET, here are our top tennis bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Prob. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tirante vs. Fils | Arthur Fils -3.5 | -120 @ Caesars | 5.5% | 60.1% |
| Tirante vs. Fils | Under 22.5 total games | -120 @ DraftKings | 4.1% | 58.6% |
List of upcoming tennis matches to bet on now
- WTA Cincinnati: Elena Rybakina vs. Iga Swiatek (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
- ATP Cincinnati: Arthur Fils vs. Thiago Tirante (8:30PM ET, Thursday)
- WTA Cincinnati: Madison Keys vs. Sara Bejlek (1:00PM ET, Friday)
- ATP Cincinnati: Brandon Nakashima vs. Taylor Fritz (3:00PM ET, Friday)
Conclusion
Our tennis best bets are locked and loaded for August 20, 2026, featuring plays such as Arthur Fils -3.5 vs. Thiago Tirante and under 22.5 total games also in the Thiago Tirante vs. Arthur Fils matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
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All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
Ryan Leaver specializes in sports betting analysis across the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. Drawing on advanced statistical models, simulations, and historical data, he produces game previews, betting picks, player prop analysis, and futures coverage to help bettors make more informed decisions.
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