Novak Djokovic - Fernando Verdasco

I expect this to be a very close match. With Djokovic returning back to form, still not his best , he'll take on Verdasco who's been fantastic so far. Verdasco loves to play on clay, he's actually tied 3-3 with Novak in H2H on clay although they havent faced in quite a while on this surface. Verdasco knocked out 5th seed DImitrov in his last match in straight sets which shows on what type of form he's on. Djokovic has been winning straight forwardly until the last match against Bautista, another good clay player. Verdasco won't be any easier. I think Verdasco can steal a set or two, Djokovic will definitely not get smashed. I expect a close match and Novak to win in 4 or 5. Expect a tie break to boost the over chances for sure

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