Davis Cup Qualifiers Feature Multiple Matches, 14 Nations Compete

The first round of Davis Cup qualifying is set to take place this week across 13 countries, featuring 26 teams competing for 13 spots in the second round. Notably, Brazil will face France, with Brazil led by rising star Joao Fonseca, who recently triumphed at the NextGen ATP Finals. The British team is preparing for a challenging tie against Japan, showcasing a new lineup that includes debutants Jacob Fearnley and Jan Choinski. With key players like Jack Draper and Cam Norrie absent, the British squad will rely on the experience of former doubles world No.1s Neal Skupski and Joe Salisbury. Japan's seasoned team includes Kei Nishikori, who remains a significant presence despite not being the top-ranked player. This qualifying round is crucial as seven teams will advance to the Davis Cup Finals alongside defending champions Italy.