Poland, Great Britain Secure Billie Jean King Cup Spots

Poland and Great Britain secured spots in the Billie Jean King Cup quarterfinals with victories over Spain and Germany, respectively. Iga Swiatek and Magda Linette clinched Poland's win, while Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter led Great Britain's success. Slovakia reached the quarterfinals after defeating the United States 2-1, with a decisive doubles win by Tereza Mihalikova and Viktoria Hruncakova. Japan also advanced by overcoming Romania, setting up a quarterfinal match against Italy. The tournament in Malaga faced scheduling delays due to severe weather and recent flash floods that significantly impacted the region. The event, held alongside the Davis Cup Finals, aims to provide equivalent prize money to the men's competition for the second consecutive year.