Predicted Winners in BOLD

[3] Rafael Nadal (ESP) vs [14] Kevin Anderson (RSA) – Mr. Anderson’s height might allow him to handle Rafa’s spin better than the average player.  His serve might earn him a set.  Still, an upset would he highly shocking.  Rafa is just a much stronger player, and Anderson should be good sparring to get ready for Berdych.

[6] Andy Murray (GBR) vs. [10] Grigor Dimitrov (BUL) – Dimitrov handled Murray at Wimbledon.  He also beat Murray in Mexico last year.  Murray beat Dimitrov last fall in Paris.  Dimitrov struggled in his last match while Murray has looked rock solid.  Both have to feel like the semifinals are there for the reaching (if I can coin a phrase).

[7] Tomas Berdych (CZE) vs. Bernard Tomic (AUS) – Tomic deserves praise for rebounding from irrelevance.  I think he can beat the Big Czech.  Still, everything I consider regarding this match points toward Berdych winning.

Nick Kyrgios (AUS) vs. Andreas Seppi (ITA) – They had a great match in New York last year.  I expect the young Aussie to advance, but not without a few moments of doubt.