Tag Archives: Davis Cup

Monte Carlo: Outlook for the Clay Season

Posted on April 12, 2013 by mariposaxprs

Recap of Miami: Following his early loss in Miami to Tobias Kamke, DelPo flew home to Tandil.  His team later confirmed that DelPo had been having family issues (one unconfirmed report says his mother had heart surgery), which had  affected DelPo’s focus at … Continue reading →

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Davis Cup: Argentina Reach the QF & Drama Unfolds

Posted on February 4, 2013 by mariposaxprs

Argentina Defeat Germany: The R1 ARG-GER tie was wracked with uncertainty from the start.  First,  DelPo made his big announcement that he would not play DC for all of 2013.  Doubles specialist Edu Schwank’s injury withdrawal added to the troubles, … Continue reading →

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Davis Cup: DelPo Announces He Will Not Play Any Ties in 2013

Posted on December 29, 2012 by mariposaxprs

This year has seen its share of Davis Cup drama.  Stan criticized Fed for not electing to play the Swiss DC tie against the the Czech Republic .  Tomic has been lambasted in the press for his immaturity and his lack … Continue reading →

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Davis Cup: Historic Win for the Czechs — What Does it Mean?

Posted on November 20, 2012 by mariposaxprs

Apologies for the lack of recent updates! I’ll be posting an overview of DelPo’s performance at the WTF, along with a wrap-up of his year very shortly.  In the meantime, I share my thoughts on the DC final this past … Continue reading →

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Davis Cup: 2013 WG Draw Announced

Posted on September 19, 2012 by mariposaxprs

Just a few days after Argentina’s dramatic SF loss this past weekend, the 2013 Davis Cup WG draw was announced today. Put simply, Argentina’s draw is navigable.  They are in the same half of the draw as Switzerland and the … Continue reading →

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Davis Cup: The Dream Comes to an End, Leaves an Ugly Mess in its Wake

Posted on September 18, 2012 by mariposaxprs

After Argentina’s loss to Spain in last year’s Davis Cup final, their chances for 2012 never looked better.  They were guaranteed a home tie, DelPo was back, Nalbandian was ever willing and able, Rafa was seemingly out for the rest … Continue reading →

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Davis Cup: DelPo Confirms His Participation, Against Doctor & Coach’s Orders

Posted on September 14, 2012 by mariposaxprs

Apologies for the lack of updates recently.  I’d been preparing a “comprehensive fall review” of DelPo’s past year, but haven’t been able to finish things up yet.  I will wait until the Davis Cup weekend is over before finishing up … Continue reading →

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Photos: Best Shots, La Hinchada Argentina and Kid Photos

Posted on April 11, 2012 by mariposaxprs

Just a video-filled update, featuring clips/photos that I liked — The ATP released a “Top 8 points (at the WTF)” clip, complete with a poll to vote for best point.  They give a shout-out to DelPo, who features in two … Continue reading →

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Davis Cup: Float Like a Butterfly, Sting Like a Bee

Posted on April 9, 2012 by mariposaxprs

del Potro d. Cilic, 6-1 6-2 6-1 Argentina are through to the SF, after taking the tie 4-1. **Update: DelPo also confirmed he will make himself available for the SF tie against the Czech Republic in September. A smiling El … Continue reading →

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Davis Cup: A Dramatic 5-Setter, Argentina Up 2-1

Posted on April 8, 2012 by mariposaxprs

Nalbandian-Schwank d. Cilic-Karlovic,  3-6, 7-6, 6-3, 6-7 8-6 Given the drama from the first day of the tie, I had been hoping for a slightly less topsy-turvy doubles rubber, in which Argentina emerged the victor. It wasn’t easy, but Schwalbandian won … Continue reading →

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