Retirement: When a player is unable to continue a match after it has started and concedes by stopping play. The opponent is awarded the match.

Walkover: A player withdraws before the match begins. Bets on the match may be voided or settled as losses depending on the operator’s rules.

Abandonment/postponement: A match is stopped and not completed at the scheduled time due to external factors (weather, illness, curfew). Settlement depends on whether the match is resumed and on operator policy.

In-play betting: Bets placed after the match has started. These are subject to the market being available and the operator’s in-play settlement rules if a retirement occurs.

For the straightforward match-winner market, most bookmakers will award the match to the non-retiring player if the retirement happens after the first ball has been served. If the retirement occurs before the match start (a walkover), many operators void match bets and return stakes, but practices vary.

Set and correct-score markets are usually settled based on the official score at the time of retirement. For example, if Player A leads 6-4, 2-1 and Player B retires, the official result is recorded in favour of Player A with that scoreline.

Handicap and totals (games) markets are generally settled according to the official match score at retirement. Some operators may require a minimum number of games or at least one completed set to stand, so check the market rules.

Outright and tournament markets: if a player retires from a single match but remains in the event (rare), settlement may be based on rules for withdrawn players. If a player withdraws from the tournament entirely, many operators update outright markets according to their terms — this varies by bookmaker.

Match winner example: Player A wins the first set 6-3 and is leading 3-1 in the second when Player B retires. For a standard match-winner bet placed before the match started, most operators would settle bets in favour of Player A.

Correct score example: If the official score at retirement is 6-4, 2-1, and you bet on that exact correct score, settlement usually follows the recorded score and your bet will be settled accordingly if it matches.

First-set market example: If Player B retires in the third game of the first set with the score 2-1, a bet on the first-set winner may be voided by some operators if the set was not completed; others may settle based on the score at that moment. Check the market terms before betting.

Pre-match withdrawals (walkovers): Many operators void bets on a match that does not start, returning stakes. However, in-play markets are not relevant if a match never begins.

Minimum-play requirements: Some markets have explicit minimums (e.g., at least one set or a certain number of games) before a bet can stand. These requirements differ between bookmakers and market types.

Retirements during special formats: Tournaments with match tiebreaks, super tiebreaks, or shortened formats may have specific settlement rules. The official scoreline recorded by the tournament governs settlement in most cases.

In-play bets placed just before retirement: In-play wagers accepted before the retirement will normally be settled according to the operator’s in-play rules. There can be short delays and price changes right before a retirement — bet acceptance time matters.

Jurisdiction and operator rules: Legal and regulatory frameworks may influence how markets are treated. Bookmakers publish market rules and terms that override general guidance — always read them.

Before betting, read the specific market rules for retirements and walkovers on the operator’s site. These terms are the authoritative reference for settlement.

Be cautious with in-play bets when a player appears injured or fatigued; markets can move quickly and settlement depends on the exact time your bet was accepted.

Keep records of your bets and screenshots of market conditions if you think a dispute might arise. Contact customer service with timestamps if settlement seems incorrect.

Play responsibly: betting should be entertainment, not a financial strategy. Set limits and seek help if gambling becomes a problem.

Q: Is a retirement the same as a walkover?
​ A: No. A retirement happens after play has started; a walkover is a withdrawal before the match begins. Settlement differs between the two.

Q: If a player retires, do correct-score bets lose?
​ A: Correct-score bets are usually settled according to the official score at retirement. If your selected score matches that official score, the bet can win. Rules vary, so check the market terms.

Q: Are in-play bets voided when a player retires?
​ A: In-play bets already accepted are typically settled according to the operator’s rules. Bets that were not accepted before retirement will not be placed.

Q: What should I do if I disagree with a settlement?
​ A: Review the operator’s market rules, gather evidence (e.g., screenshots, timestamps) and contact customer support. If unresolved, you may escalate to the relevant regulator in your jurisdiction.