Set Handicap: Petrov (-1.5) vs Stephenson (+1.5)

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How this market resolves

This market refers to the tennis match between Alexander Petrov and Eli Stephenson in the ITF MEN - SINGLES: M15 Champaign, IL (USA), hard, originally scheduled for August 26, 2026 at 10:00AM ET. This market will resolve to "Petrov" if Alexander Petrov wins by 2 or more sets than Eli Stephenson, based on the final completed score. Otherwise, it will resolve to "Stephenson." If the match begins but is not completed due to retirement, default, or disqualification, this market will resolve 50-50, unless the outcome of this market has already been unconditionally determined by the completed portion of play. For example, if the deciding set has begun when the match ends, Alexander Petrov can no longer win by 2 or more sets, and this market will resolve to "Stephenson." If the match is canceled before play begins, or a result has not been determined by September 9, 2026, 11:59 PM ET (14 days after the scheduled start), this market will resolve 50-50. Resolution will be based on official ITF results.

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