Sebastian Korda Leads U.S. Davis Cup vs. Ukraine in Vilnius

In the Davis Cup qualifier, World No. 33 Sebastian Korda will lead the U.S. team against Ukraine's No. 342 Oleksii Krutykh, with the match taking place in Lithuania for safety amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Korda expressed enthusiasm for his second Davis Cup tie, emphasizing team chemistry and readiness for competition. Following Korda, American No. 1 Taylor Fritz, ranked No. 9, will face No. 498 Viacheslav Bielinskyi, a surprising choice for the Ukrainian lineup according to U.S. captain Bob Bryan. Fritz, who recently performed well at the Australian Open, is eager to contribute to a strong start for the U.S. team. The matches are set to take place on indoor hard courts, which Korda believes will provide an exciting atmosphere. The U.S. team is looking to capitalize on their recent practice sessions to ensure a competitive edge.