Calgary wanted it, so did Winnipeg.  But in the end Vancouver was chosen to host another Davis Cup tie, this time against top-ranked Spain and Rafael Nadal (if he's healthy).

Tennis Canada announced today that UBC's Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre will host the event February 1-3, 2013.

UBC hosted Canada vs France last February in front sold-out crowds all three days.

“The team considered all the hosting options very carefully for this tie, but ultimately the immense crowd support and first-class treatment we received last time in Vancouver were factors in deciding to return there,” said  Canadian Davis Cup team captain Martin Laurendeau. “

The configuration for this February's event will be changed slightly, allowing for 6,400 more people to attend - about 1,400 than last time.

Tickets will go on sale December 3 through Ticketmaster.