Mario Ancic

It's great that he's with us for the semi-final after missing the last two matches.

It's great that he's with us for the semi-final after missing the last two matches.

I felt everything was under my control. It's an unforgettable match and an unforgettable day. This has been a spectacular read more

I felt everything was under my control. It's an unforgettable match and an unforgettable day. This has been a spectacular year for me.

I consider Ivan to be probably the best player, behind Federer, since the indoor season last year. It's a great read more

I consider Ivan to be probably the best player, behind Federer, since the indoor season last year. It's a great win and great for my confidence. I wasn't expecting to do this well this week, especially after practicing on clay all of last week in Austria.

Of course it's always a little bit strange playing a guy who you just played with in the Davis Cup read more

Of course it's always a little bit strange playing a guy who you just played with in the Davis Cup -- we won together an Olympic medal, and played last year's Davis Cup. But when you are professionals you know in this type of game and this level we can meet all the time.

I am very, very happy to have earned this first point. The start in a Davis Cup tie is always read more

I am very, very happy to have earned this first point. The start in a Davis Cup tie is always important and so I am glad we are ahead.