Juan Martin del Potro was interviewed by Charlie Rose after his big US Open victory against Roger Federer on Monday:

Del Potro’s whirlwind media tour continued when he returned home to Argentina on Wednesday, where he was given a hero’s welcome, complete with security, flags, babies, collectibles and a press conference.

Some footage from Argentina:

And photos (which need no translation):

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Photo: AP Photo/Pablo Aneli

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