Overview
- David Nalbandian says Argentina "should have won" the 2008 final against Spain and recounts disputes he believes affected the tie.
- He asserts Juan Martín Del Potro arrived fatigued after the season-ending Masters and lost to Feliciano López in a match he felt was winnable.
- Nalbandian claims Del Potro and Agustín Calleri declined to play the fourth rubber, leading José Acasuso to step in despite not being ready.
- He discusses venue strategy, saying Córdoba’s altitude was considered to challenge Rafael Nadal, then argues Mar del Plata suited Argentina once Nadal withdrew.
- He denies a personal rift with Del Potro and points to the player’s father as influential at the time, with outlets noting these are Nalbandian’s recollections without new corroboration.