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 Mexico wins the IC Rod Laver Junior Challenge North American and Caribbean qualifier

The 2024 IC Rod Laver Junior Challenge North American and qualifier took place in November in the beautiful island of Barbados, with matches being played at the Barbados Yacht Club. Four teams took part from the ICs of Canada, Mexico, USA and the hosts Barbados, over three days of highly competitive and entertaining tennis – despite a number of rain delays over the first two days of competition.

The event featured some memorable off-court social activities in addition to the tennis, including a beach BBQ, pasta night and a philanthropy clinic with children from a local orphanage.

After a hard-fought final between the ICs of the USA and Mexico, it was ultimately the IC of Mexico who took home the victory after a deciding mixed doubles super tiebreak under the lights.

The customary sportsmanship medals were presented to Bronwyn Duggan (IC Canada) and Valentino Arjona (IC Mexico) for their exceptional contributions on and off the court.  All medals and the winners’ plate were made from local a local pottery, literally enabling the players the opportunity to take away “a piece of Barbados” to cherish forever.

Overall, the IC North America and Caribbean Junior Event was a tremendous success. From bananas to beach BBQs, Powerades to Pina Coladas (non-alcoholic of course!), the juniors were fueled with energy and displayed tremendous spirit in hard-fought matches whilst making friends and memories to last a lifetime!

The IC of Mexico will progress to the Worldwide Finals taking place in Barcelona in July.

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