Javier Soler (tennis)
Javier Soler (born 25 March 1955) is a former professional tennis player from Spain. Biography A left-handed player from Barcelona, Soler featured in the Spain Davis Cup team for two ties, both in 1977. His first appearance was the doubles rubber when Spain played Greece in Athens. He and partner Antonio Muñoz secured the tie with a four-set win. He was called up again for Spain in the Europe Zone final against Italy in Barcelona. With the Italians having an unassailable 3–1 lead, Soler was picked for the fifth match against Adriano Panatta, a dead rubber. He managed to dominate the former French Open champion for a 6–1, 6–0 win, but the Italian was accused of not playing to his best. The crowd was reportedly incensed by Panatta's performance which was described as "lackadaisical" and showing "little inclination to fight". He allegedly deliberately hit some of his shots out during the match. The crowd booed Panatta throughout and a few attempted to attack him as he left the court. There were even fist fights in the crowd between Spanish and Italian supporters. Soler played in the main singles draw of the French Open on three occasions and was unable to