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Recognition for Juan Martin
The Argentine Olympic Committee recognizes Juan Martin Del Potro for his extensive and successful career.
Set 2 | 7-5
Game, set and match for Delpo. The Argentinian puts an end to his successful career. Thank you for so much tennis, Juan Martin.
Set 2 | 6-5
Game for Delpo. He is still infallible with his serve and if he breaks, he will win the match.
Set 2 | 5-5
Game for Nole. Great rally on the last point, but the Argentinian ran out of air and missed with his backhand.
Set 2 | 5-4
Game for Delpo. He closes the game with a great backhand serve from the Serb who is unable to answer it.
Set 2 | 4-4
Game for Nole. Great game from the Serb to level this second set.
Set 2 | 4-3
Game for Delpo. The Argentinian continues to be infallible with his serve and doesn't give up any game with his serve.
Set 2 | 3-3
Game for Nole. He saves a break point and manages to win the game.
Set 2 | 3-2
Game for Delpo. In a game where Nole imitated Rafael Nadal and the laughter was not lacking, Del Potro took the game.
Set 2 | 2-2
Game for Nole. After the return of the singles, the Serb equals this second set.
Set 2 | 2-1
Game for Delpo and Sabatini. A last point where all four players volleyed for a long time in a row. The players say goodbye and we continue with the singles.
Set 2 | 1-1
Game for Nole and Dulka. This pair ties the match.
Set 2 | 1-0
Game for Delpo and Sabatini. Exciting to see this Argentinean couple that in spite of the years continues to show all their talent.
Set 2 | 0-0
The match moves to doubles, Gisela Dulko to pair with Nole and Gabriela Sabatini with Del Potro.
Set 1 | 6-4
Game and set for Delpo. He manages to break serve and take the first set of this exhibition match.
Set 1 | 5-4
Game for Delpo. The Tandil Tower's serve is still in full swing.
Set 1 |4-4
Game for Nole. Quick game for Nole who continues not to let himself take advantage.
Set 1 |4-3
Game for Delpo. Ace and on to the next point. Great physical display from both players.
Set 1 |3-3
Game for Nole. Another fun game between these two players and Djokovic equalizes the match.
Set 1 |3-2
Game for Delpo. The Argentinian's serve is as strong as ever, while Djokovic takes advantage to improve his Spanish. 😂
Set 1 | 2-2
Game for Nole. Fun game between these two players and Djokovic equalizes the match.
Set 1 | 2-1
Game for Delpo. Great final serve from the Argentinian who takes the tie.
Set 1 | 1-1
Game for Nole. Djokovic equalizes the match.
Set 1 | 1-0
Game for Delpo. Excellent service with two aces.
Set 1 | 0-0
The exhibition match between Del Potro and Djokovic gets underway. All service by the Argentine.
Heating
Both players are already warming up before the start of the match.
Musical presentation
Argentine singer Abel Pintos performs a musical show prior to the start of the match.
Juan Martín Del Potro to the court
The winner of the US Open, Davis Cup and more titles takes to the court amidst a deafening 'DELPO...DELPO'.
Djokovic on court
The Serbian tennis player enters the court to a tremendous ovation.
We are still waiting
The match between Delpo and Nole is still waiting.
Del Potro vs Djokovic Preview
Before the start of the main match, a 'mini' one-point tournament will be played between several guests such as Cerúndolo.
The stadium is filling up
Little by little, all the seats at Parque Roca are being occupied.
What time does the game start?
The exhibition match is expected to start around 5 p.m (ARG)., with many special guests and to make this match a party.
Full house expected
The Parque de la Roca is expected to be completely full for the farewell of the last great Argentine tennis player.
Previous statements - Djokovic
For his part, the Serb highlighted the fact of returning to South America after 13 years and affirmed that he feels comfortable in Argentina. “The Argentine people have always been very kind to me and my team,” said the Serb.
Previous statements - Del Potro
In the morning hours, both players gave a press conference. For his part, the Argentinean tennis player said that this week has been very special for him and that he has never been so nervous throughout his professional career. In addition, regarding the tennis era he had to live, Del Potro sentenced that “For me it was a pride to have won so many important titles in the same era of Roger, Novak and Rafa.”
Weather in Buenos Aires
The month in the city of Buenos Aires arrived with rain throughout the morning, however the rain has stopped and the match is not in danger.
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Thanks Juan Martín Del Potro.