Davis

Chela and Schwank proved me wrong, defeating Romania in straight sets to advance to the Quarterfinals the second week of July against the Czech Republic, also at home. Berdych, Hajek and co. will be a very dangerous opponent, even if Nalbandian is healthy and Del Potro is available following Wimbledon. David does not have to play Wimbledon because his ranking is healthy, but Del Potro cannot afford to miss any more majors at this point in his career.

Clausura

With an eye on midweek Libertadores, teams must still play their starters in order to gain points in the local league before having to make more serious decisions about playing time once the group phase starts winding down (halfway through the six games right now).

Argentinos Jrs has not lost a game this year, and faces the leader River Plate tomorrow at Estadio Monumental in Nunez. Troglio tries to win every game he coaches so no analysis is needed. As the season goes on, however, he will be faced with the toughest choice of his career: Whether to play or rest his starters in the Clausura.

Velez, with three points after two group phase games, must rebound at home against Boca in order to win their first game of the local tournament.

Finally, Thursday night's featured game is Godoy Cruz vs. Independiente in Libertadores de America. Loser of that game will have work to do in order to qualify for the round of 16. Although the group phase lasts until April 20th, the last few games are bound to feature some youngsters as teams try to balance playing mid-week and weekend matches.

Macri

The news with the most impact comes from the halls of the House of Representatives and Bogota (Colombia FTA is dead). However, Buenos Aires mayor Mauricio Macri announced that municipal elections will be held prior to the October 23 national vote, meaning he could possibly stand for both offices. Is he comfortable in his current role, and would his presence on the presidential ballot take votes away from Alfonsin, the other opposition candidate?