Germany Defeats Brazil at United Cup

Germany's Alexander Zverev and Laura Siegemund led their team to a decisive victory over Brazil in the United Cup, eliminating the South Americans from the tournament. Zverev, ranked second in the world, won his match against Thiago Monteiro 6-4, 6-4, while Siegemund secured a hard-fought 6-3, 1-6, 6-4 victory over Beatriz Haddad Maia. This performance marks a strong start for Germany in their title defense, as they will face China next to determine who advances to the quarter-finals. In related matches, Italy defeated Switzerland, and Norway lost to the Czech Republic. Both Zverev and Siegemund expressed their satisfaction with the team's performance and the early lead in their tie, which contrasts with last year's reliance on deciding matches. Brazil's two losses mean they have been knocked out of the group stage.