So what should we expect as the players complete their warm-up? A war of attrition, is what. After surviving a couple of three-setters in the opening rounds, Fognini has been playing with growing authority this week. The same goes for Rafa, who must have had a sharp intake of breath when he saw he had been drawn against Verdasco in the first round, but looked might impressive in winning his semi-final 6-1, 6-2 against Andreas Seppi yesterday. It’ll be forehands to the fore and long rallies all round. We’ll know a little more about where Rafa is right now after this.
Rafael Nadal v Fabio Fognini: Hamburg Open final 2015 - live! | Les Roopanarine
