It remains a pity, Davis Cup wise, that the abence of Andy turns an extremely winnable tie into a pretty doubtful one.

But he chooses for his own selfish reasons, which are arguably perfectly understandable ( he no doubt feels his clay court prep is very important for him ) to miss out.

The obvious names, James Ward and Jamie Baker, after starting the year promisingly, have gone off the boil. However, for me they remain, with a lack of real challenge, the two singles players to go with.

James and Jamie obvious starters. Not particularly inspiring, and little form, but what are the alternatives?

Back-up? 

To have a chance to win, and being the underdog, a back-up player might have to go 5 sets - on form both Dan and Ed would be very strong candidates for inclusion, but on fitness I just don't know. Ed is down for his first Challenger in ages this week.....I'd prefer him to give that a go instead......which leaves Dan as the choice. If he wants to play for GB again.

Is Jonny Marray likely to be fit 3 weeks down the road? Very possibly

-- Edited by korriban on Thursday 14th of March 2013 04:46:50 PM

think evo has a realistic chance of getting picked, he has proven he can compete when at his very best with top 100 guys before, and seems to be in good form

flemski?

Skupski is on a paternity break. He may be playing again in three weeks. He may not.

As ypu say, korriban, Ward & Baker are the obvious statrters. Indeed, in some ways uninspiring, but to me most certainly they would be the correct choice. At this stage, I'd be amazed if it was anyone else.

I think Fleming & J Murray is looking like the doubles choice, rather by default with Jamie, although we'll see if anyone else gets back on the scene. Inglot never seems to get a mention.