The Davis Cup already passes through Malaga

The Davis Cup kicks off in Malaga on Thursday. the Salad plate In the city, the trophy that maintains its status as the most famous in the world of tennis is perhaps comparable to the World Cup Wimbledon. The sporting event that concludes a 2023 Unique, which supports Malaga As a global sports capital. The year concludes with Novak Djokovic In Karpina, greater appeal for the finals where he will not appear SpainBut the presence of the Serbian legend gives the week enormous richness, among other stimuli. Meanwhile, preparations continue in different parts of the city, with Karpina being the epicenter, so that they will be on an even keel during the week. The learning of the past year has been beneficial. Francisco From the towerAnd wait for the mayor Maria Zambrano Until the cup appears. They also arrived from Madrid Feliciano Lopezthe director of these finals DavisThe Toledo native takes office for the first time David Ferrer; David HaggertyPresident of the International Tennis Federation, O Jose Maria ArrabalSecretary General of Sports of the Andalusian Junta, but above all the driving force behind Malaga which has such a strong ability to attract.

“It is an honor and an opportunity for us to host this cup, the most important in the world of tennis, for another year. We welcome everyone, as well as fans from the eight countries who will gradually arrive in the city. By participating Britain, a large number of tickets have already been sold, and it is a country known as Malaga; Also Finland, with Canada we have a direct flight, and there is a sector of Australians. We also expect fans from Serbia, Italy, Netherlands or Czech Republic; In addition to his players. I am convinced that the Martin Carbina Stadium is the right place for this tournament, and that all fans will have good memories. He explained that Malaga’s hospitality is guaranteed. Francisco From the tower. The first mayor opened the door for Malaga to host the Davis Cup for another year. “It is something that we will talk about, from the departments and the union that we support. It is a matter that must be evaluated. I am convinced that if this version succeeds, as it seems to be, we will be able to talk among ourselves.” “It’s a matter we will see, I think it will be decided on the day of the final.”

“We’re very happy. We’re sad about that.” Spain It is not there, but the greatness of this event gains value from the determination of the coming nations, in an enormous way. Almost everything is sold out, almost 90%. 1,500 Finns bought tickets for several days, as did the Finns. There are few events like this, and they should be evaluated appropriately. Not by the audience, but by the intangible values ​​that go beyond that. It’s a centuries-old competition, and one of the few in which they compete for their country, not themselves. Djokovic You will see Serbia on the scoreboard. This gives Malaga international status and I hope it continues for a long time. In our ratio, based on last year’s estimates, for every euro invested, fourteen euros are returned, of which four go directly to hospitality. I hope we can keep events like this of course, keep Malaga City Council, Regional Council and Andalusia Council satisfied Jose Maria Arrabal.

Feliciano Lopez: “Málaga is committed to this competition”

Feliciano LopezThe tournament director also attended the media. “It’s a shame Spain isn’t there, especially playing there Malaga; I wanted to see Carlos Alcaraz And the entire Spanish team. But the roster of players we have is very good. We have many of the best countries and players, a great safe environment and a global tennis community.” The Toledo native placed particular emphasis on the presence Novak Djokovic. “His desire to be here, also in Valencia, is a clear example of what competition means. It is important at this moment that he carries the banner of showing what this competition means to new generations.” Feliciano is partly excited about this new position. “The Davis Cup has always been very special in my career, I have experienced things that I could never have imagined. I was lucky to play outside of Spain to represent your country. It is a competition that gives you unique emotions, incomparable to what the circuit usually gives.” You “In my role as a director I try to contribute with my experience, being one of the players who played in the most qualifying rounds. Contribute so that he gets the position he deserves. When you play it, you realize what that means.”

The streak will continue in organizing the tournament. “There will be no big news, nothing planned to comment on. What there is is a city dedicated to this competition, and we see that in the promotion that has been done, and the way it is dressed. We have to thank the mayor for this fact.” The city is involved and organised. We will see a good and safe environment. People have responded very well.”