The R1 banger

I have a good feeling about this match, don't you?

Cazaux has been in good form since Wimbledon, quite a few tournaments where he's been playing well and making it through a few rounds, but I don't know why I'm stuck on some defeats. There are some pretty tight scores against Brooksby, Tirante, and Struff (but the German was playing very well). He also withdrew from the Guangzhou challenger last week, but I don't know why unfortunately. I suspect a little physical thing is preventing him from being 100%, as is often the case with him, unfortunately. I can't be sure though... And it's a shame because the trend is to leave Arnaldi! The Italian has been struggling this season, but especially in the last few months. He's been hampered by minor injuries, especially to his foot, but apparently things were already better at the US Open, so why not finish the season strong? Outdoor hard court is his best surface for me, and I haven't forgotten how well he can play. In terms of match-up, it's a close call, we have two players I like better in reception, Arnaldi counters excellently but can overpower with his attacking forehand. Cazaux is a little more precise in attack but I'm not a fan of his attacking forehand. The quality of the Frenchman's serve should help him make his task easier but if we have a good Arnaldi I think I prefer him