Marcos Baghdatis (#40) is not at the best point in his career. Starting the year with high hopes and the desire to reach back into the top 10, following his retirement from the Australian Open his performance dropped considerably, Baghdatis having a negative record on hard court this year, and this is the surface where he used to excel. I point you to read this emotional article which summarizes his road to the top 10 and his sacrifices: http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/DEUCE-Tennis/DEUCE-Australian-Open-2011/Marcos-Baghdatis.aspx.
As I've said before, his goal was to reach top 10 again this year. And that did not happen, it even became worse. In my view, he has the ability to truly come back, however, he must do that one match at a time.
And in Cincinnati first round, he faces James Blake(#86). James Blake has an overall 16 W/ 7 L record in 2011 on hard court, most recently reaching 3rd round in Washington, where he lost to John Isner in 3 sets.
The head to head statistic against Marcos Baghdatis is in favor of the Cypriot whom leads 2 to 0.
I think it is about time for Baghdatis to finally come back. He is certainly capable of doing so, and I incline for his victory today.
Prediction: Marcos Baghdatis to win @2.10 (3/5) - Paddy Power
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