Looks like Bartoli will be on fire on this big WTA tournament.In 1st round she destroyed the Russian Makarova in straight sets 6:2 6:0.She collected every point which Makarova mistake.Her serve looked dominantly and that is important for her game.She was returning very well and maked some good winners.Dulgheru is not a bigger threat `cos she is only 6 places above Makarova so Bartoli will not have big trouble.One break in the two sets will be fine and my pick winner!:)

Nalbandian was hited from many injuries last year and also this year,he canceled one ATP tournament.This is going to be his 1st match after waiting to recover about 11 months.This is a chance for Nalbandian to prove that he was the master of clay and also solid top 10 player(his best is 3rd ranked on March 20 2006).In his country he will have lots of crowd cheering and the Italian will have pressure..I dont know how that injury affect Nalbandian game but his style is recognizable as he preffers long rallies and taking every chance to attack..Starace is not a player who can play dangerously as he is returning every shot and waiting for his opponent to mistake but that game style will not be good that much as Nalbandian will be higher motivated.