A second-string United States staff prolonged its Davis Cup successful streak by dismantling Germany to high Group C in Zhuhai, China, on Saturday after each international locations had secured their spots within the quarterfinals.
The 32-time winners had been with out large names like US Open runner-up Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul and Frances Tiafoe for the group stage this week however nonetheless had loads of firepower to down Germany and full a 3rd straight win.
The win assures the US of a quarterfinal towards one of many runners-up from the three different teams going down this week.
Brandon Nakashima gave the Individuals an unassailable 2-0 lead by comfortably beating Maximilian Marterer 6-4, 6-2 within the second singles match of the day earlier than Germany gained the doubles conflict at hand the Individuals their first match loss this week.
“It has been unbelievable this entire week. It is particular to be a part of this staff,” stated Nakashima, who sealed his third victory in his debut marketing campaign. “To signify the nation has all the time been a dream of mine since I began taking part in tennis, so I am tremendous joyful that I used to be capable of get three wins on the board for the staff.”
World No. 309 Reilly Opelka, again on the circuit after hip and wrist surgical procedures, saved three match factors and cranked up his serve when it mattered to beat Henri Squire 6-7 (4), 7-6 (9), 6-3 earlier within the day.
Tim Puetz and Kevin Krawietz beat Rajeev Ram and Austin Krajicek 6-1, 7-6 (4), however U.S. captain Bob Bryan stated he was happy after a very good week that highlighted the staff’s singles depth.
“We have plenty of nice gamers within the U.S. proper now; you’ll be able to see it within the rankings. Plenty of guys to select from for the finals,” Bryan stated. “Hats off to those guys for coming right here and carrying us to Malaga. We have a few months to chill out and prepare, however it is going to be enjoyable over there. We’re trying ahead to it.”
The highest two international locations from 4 teams based mostly in several cities will undergo to the knockout stage to be held in Malaga, Spain, in November.
Heavyweights Spain and Australia have additionally certified together with the US and Germany.
Argentina additionally clinched a berth with a tense 3-0 win over Finland. The outcome forces Britain to must beat Canada 3-0 on Sunday to advance at Canada’s expense.
Additionally, Brazil beat Belgium 2-1 after losses to Italy and the Netherlands in Group A.
Info from Reuters was used on this report.
