As predicted Nalbandian too strong for Isner in Auckland

David Nalbandian served well throughout the match and saved all three break points face, whilst although Isner only faced one break point, he crucially lost it to lose the first set. The 2nd set was equally close and went to the tie-break which the Argentine won to wrap up the match. He will be difficult to beat. Other winners included Nicolas Almagro who won a tussle with Adrian Manarrino