Tsitsipas: We don’t just play for ourselves, but for those affected by the fires and floods

Greece showed at the press conference that it is ready for the matches against Slovakia, which will be held on the weekend of 16-17/9 at the Panathinaikos Stadium for Group I of the Davis Cup.

All the members of the Greek delegation emphasized the great importance of holding matches at the great monument, while Stefanos Tsitsipas underlined that everyone’s thoughts are with those affected by the recent disasters in Greece.

In detail, the press conference:

For his feeling for the court in Kallimarmaro: “I feel that a lot of work was done with the stadium, but also because it feels good to play in such a stadium. I had the opportunity to come as a tourist to this place whenever to play in this stadium for me is very special

We all have a lot to give on the pitch. To do great things. We play not only for ourselves, but also for those affected by the fires and floods, we intend to give something more. It will not be an easy meeting».

For the possibility of establishing a tournament in Greece: “No opportunity has been given to do so. But if there is an event like this in the future, I’m sure we’ll see more kids playing and more dreaming that they can achieve something in the future».

On the importance of playing in such a special monument of the country: “We all have a lot to give on the field. To do great things. We play not only for ourselves, but also for those affected by the fires and floods, we intend to give something more. It won’t be an easy meeting.”

On the same subject, Petros Tsitsipas said: “It is something special, the monuments behind the stadium and the space in general is something unique. We’re all looking forward to getting out there and fighting and the Greeks supporting us.”

For his part, Michalis Pervolarakis said: “It is an unprecedented experience to play tennis in such a historic stadium and the first Olympic Games were held in this stadium. It’s crazy to think that an event like the Davis Cup takes place in Kalimarmaro.”

Finally, Apostolos Tsitsipas said in his turn: “I ask for the support of all Greek fans, to visit the venue, to support the team, the fans are the extra strength for the athletes. We are going through difficult times and especially in Thessaly, it is important that we are all united because we create a softer situation, when we are united we can reach greater achievements

The choice of the specific venue is a great choice to hold the matches there. Is the choice ideal, is it frugal? This is what is needed in such a space.. There is rivalry, the hallmark of the Olympic Games. A great job has been done.”