This match is so special...

Nishioka beat Vukic in qualifying only a few days ago, he doesn't have to change anything in his game to do it again except that Vukic will change a few things on his side, so who is the favorite?

The odds give Vukic fav', I can understand but be careful. He plays better on grass, is more solid in general, on the other hand Nishioka in a good week can go all the way. And frankly given his level and his involvement this week we have to take him seriously. Against Giron he lost the first set in a cruel way and it is typically the kind of match where he can sell out and take 6/0 behind, but no he continued his undermining work and won easily against a Giron on fire Yet. A real benchmark victory for him and I think he has the game to overcome Vukic once again. On the return he will have difficulty, especially on Vukic's first balls, however as soon as the exchange is established he will be the most patient and who should win most of the long rallies. Short sector advantage Vukic, long sector advantage Nishioka, it's that simple. I would also add that in qualifying the pitches are faster, less worn, it's a small detail but everything counts!