Tennis: Costa given another year

Spain Davis Cup captain Albert Costa's contract has been extended for another year.

Costa led Spain to victory in this month's final against the Czech Republic in Barcelona, making them the first team in 11 years to successfully defend the title.

He was appointed in December 2008.

In announcing Thursday's move, Spanish federation president Jose Luis Escanuela praised Costa's "fine work behind the scenes" in winning Spain's fourth Davis Cup.

Spain begins the defence of its title in March against Switzerland.