Australia Defeats U.S. to Reach Davis Cup Semifinals

Australia triumphed over the United States with a 2-1 victory in the Davis Cup quarter-finals, securing their place in the semi-finals for the third consecutive year. The match featured a dramatic opening, with Thanasi Kokkinakis winning a long tie-break against Ben Shelton, followed by Taylor Fritz leveling for the US against Alex de Minaur. The deciding doubles match saw Matthew Ebden and Jordan Thompson defeat Shelton and Tommy Paul in straight sets, thus clinching the tie for Australia. Captain Lleyton Hewitt expressed pride in his team's performance as they prepare to face either Italy or Argentina in the semi-finals. This victory marks a continued struggle for the US, who have not reached the semifinals since 2018, and their last title was in 2007.