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Watch: Juan Martin del Potro stressed out as Argentina and Netherlands played out a thrilling encounter

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Juan Martin del Potro nervously watched on as his side Argentina edged out Netherlands in the tie-breaker

Juan Martin Del Potro was as anxious as any other Argentine fan around the globe as the World Cup quarter-final headed to Extra Time after Argentina conceded a very late goal against the Netherlands. British tennis star, Heather Watson shared a video on Twitter where del Potro can be seen completely stressed out while watching the match on a television set. It did end well for del Potro and Argentina eventually, as they went on to win in tie-breakers and qualify for the semi-finals.

Heather Watson shared the clip with fans on social media with the caption: “@delpotrojuan is more stressed than 2009 @usopen right now! Can we get a towel & a sick bucket over here please for the extra time .” She made a clear reference to the thrilling men’s singles final at the 2009 US Open. On that day, del Potro scripted history by defeating the then five-time champion Roger Federer in the final, 3–6, 7–6, 4–6, 7–6, 6–2 in a thrilling clash.

Fans react to the Juan Martin del Potro clip shared by Heather Watson on Twitter

Let us take a look at some of the reactions from fans on Twitter.

“They could have done with the big man in the thick of it when the subs piled in and it all started kicking off”, joked a fan.

“It all worked out. Drama as ever in the penalties. Also super jealous of you Hev on Necker island while we absolutely freeze here #wearing5layers Enjoy”, wrote another fan.

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“They could use his height at the back now with the giants Holland have thrown on”, read a tweet.

“The World Cup has me questioning my mental health”, tweeted another fan.

Another fan wrote: “For Delpo, Go Argentina!”

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Sarbik Dutta

My heart races on the F1 track and tennis courts, translating the adrenaline of each moment into words. While F1's speed thrills and tennis's finesse captivate me, my passion doesn't stop there. As a devoted follower of cricket, football, and various Olympic sports, I find myself engulfed in the highs and lows of these games. Through my writing, I aim to share the stories behind the stats, the emotions fueling the victories, and the struggles that define the journey of athletes across diverse disciplines. Being a voice that echoes the fervor of these sports is a privilege I cherish every day.

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