Vernon’s Vasek Pospisil advances to Davis Cup semi-finals

Vernon’s Vasek Pospisil is in the Davis Cup semi-finals.

In Malaga, Spain, Pospisil and Team Canada teammate Dennis Shapovalov scored a thrilling comeback win in a decisive doubles match against German duo Tim Puetz and Kevin Krawietz.

The Canadian, who entered the Davis Cup as a wild card, ran into trouble early on after losing the first set 6-2. But they quickly recovered in the second set, where he turned the tide by winning three games in a row to take his 4-1 lead. The Canadian pair used their momentum swing to win the match 2-6, 6-3, 6-3.

“A little magic of Malaga” 🪄

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“It’s always an incredible feeling to win. Today was a perfect example of the Davis Cup at its best. It was a very difficult task for us and it tested us in many ways.” But they have great energy and when they find the energy in the game I’m sure they can beat any team in the world.It was amazing to see.They are very good in the game. Once I showed my enthusiasm and found my rhythm, I played right out and (really) controlled the game.”

Canada’s next challenge is on Saturday when they face Italy in the semi-finals. Ties will be played at 7:00 AM ET.

Brendan Sikora

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