USA defeated Germany by 2-1 at the Davis Cup
The United States defeated Germany by 2-1 to advance to the quarterfinals of the Davis Cup, the unofficial men’s world team tennis championship. The two teams had already qualified for the final phase of the tournament, with the defeat being the first for the Germans.
The Americans, who are 32-time champions, won both singles matches at the match in China to top Group C. Reilly Opelka prevailed after 2-1 (6:7 (4), 7:6 (9), 6:3) comeback against Henri Squire, while Brandon Nakashima won his match versus Maximilian Marterer by 2-0 (6:4, 6:2).
In doubles, Rajeev Ram and Austin Krajicek lost to Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz by 0-2 (1:6, 6:7(4)).
Later on Saturday, Finland will hope to keep their qualification hopes alive when they play Argentina in Manchester in Group D. In Group A, Belgium play against Brazil in Bologna.
France face the Czech Republic in Valencia, with both teams already eliminated.
This week, matches are played from four groups in four cities. The top two teams from each group qualify for the final stage in Malaga (Spain) in November. Favorites Spain and Australia also secured a place in the finals of the team tournament.
