David Nalbandian
David Nalbandian
David Pablo Nalbandianis an Argentine retired professional tennis player and former world No. 3. He was runner-up at the 2002 Wimbledon Championships and the winner of the Tennis Masters Cup in 2005. He has also won two Masters 1000 events. He is the only Argentine player in history who ever reached the semi-finals or better at all four Grand Slam tournaments and reached the men's singles final at Wimbledon...
NationalityArgentinian
ProfessionTennis Player
Date of Birth1 January 1982
CityUnquillo, Argentina
I have known him for a long time, we played juniors together and won the junior doubles at Wimbledon in 1999, so we know each other's game very well.
I tried to play my game, but I never couldn't make it. So was tough. Was windy. He played incredible. So was really tough.
He fell down a little bit after the first set. And I played better and better and better.
I played almost perfect from the beginning until the end. So I'm very happy.
I haven't played on clay this year - but the clay surface always favors us.
I played well today. I was comfortable although it's difficult to compare my level with last year. But if I keep up this standard, I will be in the final again.
I didn't spend a lot of time on court, so I am happy for that. I am happy because I played very good. Every round, better and better.
The strongest feelings I experienced were in Davis Cup. It was the most powerful thing: the victories and the losses. It hits you in a distinct way. It's another level of satisfaction - another level of sadness.
I was the last guy to get into the tournament, so it's normal,
I think one has to understand that there are stages in life, and that the life of an athlete has its limits. It's short, and then it stops, and sooner or later you have to accept that.
I think I can win this sort of tournament, ... If that happens, I will be close to the Masters Cup. That's why I'm playing right now, to be able to get there.
I think he's playing good right now. You never know.
The altitude is similar to a few other tournaments.
I am in the semis in a really good shape.