Henman victory sets up Lapentti rematch

One of the darkest days in British Davis Cup history is still something that Tim Henman will be drawing confidence from when he clashes with Nicolas Lapentti in the second round of the Australian Open.

No British fan needs reminding that July 16 last year was the day Britain lost to tiny Ecuador at Wimbledon. But in amongst the wreckage Henman produced one of the best displays of his season - against Lapentti.