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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The IC of GB win the 2026 IC Jiri Medonos Cup by Deltroit

The forecast said rain – Great Britain said ‘Perfect’

The historically first Czech tennis club, I. ČLTK on Prague's Štvanice Island, hosted the IC Jiri Medonos Cup by Deltroit from 11 to 13 June — an event organised by the Czech IC — welcoming once again more than 80 guests from 7 nations: Belgium, France, Ireland, Luxembourg, Mexico, Spain and Great Britain, for a weekend of tennis, friendship and culture in the heart of Prague.

Despite rain that pushed some matches indoors, most of the action took place on the outdoor courts. Great Britain claimed the title convincingly, followed by a closely matched trio of France, Mexico and Spain.

The highlight of the weekend was Thursday's gala dinner at the magnificent Kaiserstein Palace on Malostranské náměstí, set directly beneath Prague Castle.

The presence of Czech tennis legends Jan Kodeš, Helena Suková and Regina Maršíková elevated the evening to a truly exceptional level. Kodeš entertained guests with several amusing stories from his career, and one of the Czech players added a personal touch when he spontaneously sat down at the piano, delighting everyone in the room with a spontaneous performance.

Saturday morning was devoted to a city tour, giving participants one last opportunity to explore Prague Castle and its gardens before heading home.

One thought has already taken root among the players: last year Spain won the tournament when temperatures were soaring above 30 degrees Celsius. This year it rained — and Great Britain won. It seems next year's favourite will be determined not by form or rankings, but by the weather forecast.

In the spirit that has always accompanied this remarkable tournament: Hands across the net, friendship across the ocean.