Safiullin as boss?
The Russian was impressive during the Asian tour and is a serious outsider for this tournament?
Lots of close matches and impressive victories, the Russian is in the zone at the moment but there will inevitably be a little setback at one point or another, so why not tomorrow? Let me explain: the conditions are far from those in China, it is much colder, the surface is slower etc., he needs to acclimatize and I like the idea of catching him on a first lap during that it is not yet resolved. His striking force should please Seyboth, the Brazilian loves playing in rhythm and will not refuse the fight, on the other hand it works in both directions with Safiullin who should like the Brazilian's rhythmic play, and yes!


