ITF Announces Format Changes for Davis and King Cups

The International Tennis Federation (ITF) has announced significant format changes for the Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup, set to take effect in 2025. The Billie Jean King Cup will transition from a 12-team to an eight-team Finals event, aligning its structure with the Davis Cup. In the Davis Cup, the current six-day group stage will be replaced by seven home-or-away ties played over two days, easing the schedule for players post-U.S. Open. The winners of these knockout ties will join a host nation in the November Finals. ITF President David Haggerty emphasized that these changes aim to enhance competition and player health while improving the global fan experience. The Billie Jean King Cup will also see a return to home-or-away matches starting in 2026.