Canada [4] v. Italy [6]
Eugenie Bouchard [Canada] versus Flavia Pennetta [Italy]
The young Canadian has been mightily impressive this week, beating Stosur and almost upsetting world number 5 Radwanska. This match is evenly poised, it should be a close encounter. Bouchard will have the extra fire power and Pennetta will have a little extra craft. Pennetta has the experience as well and I think that'll be the difference at the end of a long three setter.
My winner: Pennetta in three.
Milos Raonic [Canada] versus Andreas Seppi [Italy]
Raonic was the victim to one of the biggest upsets in Hopman Cup history when he lost to Pole, Panfil. Panfil was able to rush Raonic off the ball, I can't see Seppi having this ability. Seppi's game will give Raonic a bit more time to settle and to get into a rhythm. This match should see Raonic get back into the winners circle.
My winner: Raonic in two.
Bouchard/Raonic [Canada] versus Pennetta/Seppi [Italy]
The Canadians have been hot and cold in their mixed doubles, if they're luke-warm at all the Italian's will take full advantage. Pennetta bossed the court in their mixed doubles match against Australia and she'll be looking to take control again. Both Raonic and Bouchard don't have a lot of doubles experience and whilst they have the bigger game, Italy has the craft and doubles prowess.
My winner: Italy in two.
Italy always make a good account of themselves at the Hopman Cup, but always seem to just come up short of the final.
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