The IC of Argentina qualify for the IC Rod Laver Junior Challenge World Finals 2027

The South American qualifying event for the 2026 IC Rod Laver Junior Challenge took place on 13-16 July 2026 and brought together teams from the ICs of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile and Uruguay at the Carrasco Lawn Tennis Club in Montevideo. Hosted by the IC of Uruguay, the event combined high-quality junior tennis with the International Clubs' enduring values of friendship, sportsmanship and international fellowship.

Despite weather forcing a revised schedule, the competition was completed successfully over three days. The IC of Argentina produced consistently outstanding tennis throughout the tournament, defeating the IC of Uruguay (1) by 5–1 in a closely contested final to secure qualification for the IC Rod Laver Junior Challenge World Finals. The IC of Bolivia in particular made an impressive debut in the competition after the creation of the IC in 2025, finishing in third place ahead of the ICs of Chile, Brazil and Uruguay (2).

Off the court, the event reflected the IC spirit through a welcome reception, social activities and a community tennis clinic with children from the IC of Uruguay's "Growing up with Tennis" programme, where players shared their skills and experiences with young participants.

The Sportsmanship Awards, voted for by the team captains, recognised Maria E. Moretti (Brazil) and Andree Montellano (Bolivia) for their exemplary sportsmanship. The tournament concluded with a light-hearted captains' doubles match, providing a fitting celebration of the friendships forged throughout the week.

You can view the full tournament report, photos and video below.

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Join the USIC Week 2022

The USIC is looking forward to seeing many of our friends for IC Week and the 90th USIC Celebration in Washington, DC from August 21-26, 2022. With five Cup
competitions involving men and women players of all age groups, it should be a great week for everyone.

Columbus Trophy
Juego de Pelota
La Carreta
Mercelis Cup
Windmill Cup

The USIC is hosting the IC Week and 90th USIC Celebration at the Chevy Chase Club in Chevy Chase, MD which was also the site of the 2008 Jubilee Anniversary IC Week. The Welcome Reception will be on Sunday evening and will give everyone an opportunity to meet and reconnect with IC friends. The closing dinner will be Thursday evening, August 25 with finals scheduled on Friday.

The USIC Week and 90th Anniversary Celebration is scheduled during the week preceding the US Open to make it convenient for anyone interested in attending the US Open. Travel is easy via train, bus, or plane.

Please feel free to reach out to the USIC by email to ICWeek@sportsplus.com to express your team's interest in participating, and they will also be happy to answer any questions you may have. They will follow up with you regarding team entry fees, hotel information and a schedule of matches, and other details.

Here's to fostering friendship and fellowship on and off the court. We hope to seeyou in 2022!

Sincerely,

Robb Bunnen
Chair IC Week and USIC 90th Celebration

Don Tansey
President USIC