1. Djokovic(SRB) v. Fognini(ITA) - After a feeble semi-final loss to Roger Federer on Centre Court which saw him lose his world number one ranking, Djokovic will have something to prove this Olympics as his confidence has been waning. The bronze medalist from Beijing will be looking for gold. A match-up with Federer in the final would be the minimum result. Prediction: Djokovic in straight sets.
2. Wawrinka(SUI) v. Murray(GBR) - Andy Murray will be carrying the weight of representing the host nation. But he's used to dealing with that sort of pressure every year at Wimbledon, where he reached the final this year. However, his first-round match looks more like a Wimbledon quarterfinal. Wawrinka is very dangerous and has beaten Murray before. Prediction: Murray in three sets. Two of them will be decided in the breaker.
3. Tsonga(FRA) v. Belucci(BRA) - Tsonga is perhaps the next most dangerous player on this surface after Federer. A huge serve and flat ground strokes are always effective on grass, and Tsonga has both in spades. The lefty Belucci is a tough draw for an opening match, but Tsonga should advance. Prediction: Tsonga in three.
4. Soeda(JPN) v. Baghdatis(CYP) - Baghdatis carried the flag for Cyprus in the opening ceremonies and could have done so with no more pride. Baghdatis will look to respresent Cyprus further against Soeda of Japan. Prediction: Baghdatis should have no problem. Straights.
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