During the ceremony, the Chilean appreciated the work of the transandean Facundo Díaz Acosta: “I knew we were going to be here when we played in Challenger a few years ago,” he said. He also thanked the hostile home spectators, who botched and booed him throughout the tournament, but who cheered him at the end.
Nicolás Jarry was unable to end an incredible week in Argentina on a high note. The Chilean fell in the ATP final in Buenos Aires to local Facundo Díaz Acosta, 6-3, 6-4, and was on the verge of winning his fourth title on the tour.
The Prince was far from his best level and was overtaken by the 23-year-old trans-Andean, who was crowned in front of his audience. The first national racket, who will appear this Monday as the 19th best tennis player in the world, highlighted what was done during the competition which took place on the other side of the mountain range: “Thanks to my team, who are with me. Juan (Ignacio Chela) and my wife, Laura (Urruticoechea). Thank you so much for joining me this awesome week “, he said, by way of introduction, after winning second place.
He also highlighted his days in the Argentine capital, as well as his debut with his new coach, Juan Ignacio Chela, the former coach of Diego Schwartzman. In December last year, the former Trans-Andean tennis player joined César Fábregas and began working with the Chilean.
“It was a great week, so thanks for the effort. We’re starting a new project, so it’s good to start this way. . To all my team, who is not here, who watches me in Europe, and to my family who always supports me and who is the fundamental pillar of my career, of my strength,” he added.
Congratulations to the champion
Jarry dedicated multiple praises to Díaz Acosta, who shone in Buenos Aires and won the first title of his career. “Of course, congratulations, Facu, for this wonderful moment. Enjoy. I knew we were going to be here when we played in Challenger a few years ago. Congratulations on all the work. All the equipment they have behind them is always seen and valued. In the end, work pays,” he said. “Many congratulations and see you soon on the circuit,” he concluded, predicting a possible new confrontation with a rival he has known for years.
The Chilean, who had a complex relationship with the Buenos Aires public, was warmly applauded by those who arrived on the main court of the Buenos Aires Lawn Tennis Club. It was a week where the transandines booed and botched the national team.
Against Stan Wawrinka, there was above all an antagonistic role of the Prince, whistled at each service. . The Swiss, on the other hand, were celebrated after each point won. In the next round, against Tomás Martín Etcheverry, it continued, although with a more logical feeling, since he was measuring himself against one of the locals . And although against Carlos Alcaraz saw more support for the Spaniard, disapproval against the national player decreased, especially due to the great tennis he showed in eliminating the big favorite .
Finally, during the awards ceremony, Jarry received a standing ovation and thanked the audience: “Thank you to all the organizers of this tournament, to all the volunteers we have inside and outside the locker rooms, to the ball runners, the cancheros, the sponsors and, of course, to the entire audience, which makes it more entertaining. It makes things more exciting and thanks to you we can be here playing and experiencing the beautiful sport of tennis. Thanks to everyone who came and a little more to the Chileans who supported me all week “, he concluded.
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