British tennis fans have made a last-minute dash to Madrid to cheer their team o...
MADRID - British tennis fans have made a last-minute dash to Madrid to cheer their team on against Spain after the Lawn Tennis Association offered free tickets for the semi-final tie.
Former world number one Andy Murray had got the ball rolling after Britain’s win over Germany on Friday, putting out a message on social media for fans to get in touch if they wanted a ticket for the match at La Caja Magica.Around 900 tickets have been taken, according to the BBC. Britain will need all the help they can get with world number one Rafael Nadal leading the Spanish challenge.
His brother Jamie, who could play in the deciding doubles rubber if the singles are shared, said: “”All the tickets available have been taken...it’s an incredible effort by you guys and we’re looking forward to seeing you.”The Davis Cup Finals are taking place in Madrid and are the first edition of the revamped team event in which 18 nations have battled throughout the week with the final on Sunday.
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