Portland, Oregon to Host DC Final

The USTA yesterday announced that the Memorial Colesium in Portland, Oregon, will be the host for the 2007 Davis Cup Final between USA and Russia.Speaking about the venue decision, Captain Patrick McEnroe said: “We’re excited to be playing in Portland and we hope to have a strong home-court advantage. We expect a spirited battle as the Russians will look to repeat as Davis Cup champions, but our players have been committed to Davis Cup for many years and have a strong drive to bring the Cup back to the USA.”

Arlen Kantarian, Chief Executive, Pro Tennis, USTA said: “The stage is set for a memorable event—a classic match-up between our top American team and the defending Davis Cup champions from Russia. This is the first Davis Cup Final in the U.S. in 15 years, and we expect a pumped up and patriotic capacity crowd in the great city of Portland—one of the most passionate sports cities in the country.”

Last weekend, Andy, James Blake and the Bryan twins were the four man team that beat Sweden 4-1 in Gothenburg in the World Group semifinals to advance to the final which will be played 30Nov-2Dec. It is the first home Davis Cup final that the USA will play in 15 years.

Go, USA!