EVENTS

ATP Dusseldorf - Bautista v Muller: Bautista hasn't played competitively since his surprising exit in Monaco against Mayer after dismantling Simon in two previously. However Muller's form is presently wretched with only three wins in his last ten matches. The only way to sort out form is to sort these results out obviously and he has a good chance against a cold, underplayed Bautista here and if he can make use of his huge service power he may get lucky with a break.

ATP Nice - Hanescu v Ramos: Hanescu comes into this tie tih a dead level 12/12 win/loss ratio. However he has managed a 6/3 count on clay this year, which should give him something to build on after a great performance against Youzhny in Bucharest. Ramos' season is still needing a lot of work with regard to the later stages, but he's 18/13 up overall and 13/7 on clay. Ramos made waves at Barcelona, making the quarters beating Janowicz and Nishikori along the way.

Mallorca v Betis: Mallorca Coach Gregorio Manzano has insisted that his team have to win against Real Betis if they are to survive this season. The Islanders go into the match against the Verdiblancos looking for the three points that could take them level with Deportivo in 18th. The tactician has admitted that only a win will do against Pepe Mel's men which will make for an open match of attacking elements. Expect plenty of goal mouth action with these shaky defences.

ATP Nice - Hewitt v Andujar: Lleyton Hewitt will be looking to continue his period long form here against Pablo Andujar and keep his record improving, currently at 10/7. He hasn't played since Houston however despite his lack of competitive action it is the first time in a while that he is completely injury free and moving without any pain. Andujar will be no push over however and he looked very impressive in his march to the Semi's in Madrid. This is the pairs first meeting.