Great Britain aims for Davis Cup Finals without Norrie against Ecuador
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 3:06 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Great Britain faces Ecuador in a Davis Cup tie this weekend, competing for a spot in the November finals. Cameron Norrie will miss the matches due to arm pain, leading to Toby Samuel's Davis Cup debut. British number one Arthur Fery, who has previously faced high-pressure situations, will compete after recovering from a first-round exit at the US Open. Great Britain aims to reach the knockout stage for the first time since 2023. The winners of this weekend's ties will join three-time defending champions Italy in the final stage in Bologna. Captain Leon Smith emphasizes the importance of experience for the young team.
- •Great Britain has not reached the Davis Cup Finals for three years.
- •Cameron Norrie will be replaced by Toby Samuel due to injury.
- •Arthur Fery is competing as the British number one for the first time.
- •Seven winners this weekend will qualify for the finals in Bologna.
- •Great Britain previously defeated Norway 4-0 in the qualifying round.
- 3:06 PMYahoo Sports — No Norrie as GB bid for Davis Cup Finals spot
- 3:00 PMBBC Sport — 'You have to start somewhere' - inexperienced GB team bid for Davis Cup Finals
"Cameron Norrie will miss Great Britain's Davis Cup tie with Ecuador this weekend, with qualification for November's eight-team finals on the line.
"Cameron Norrie will miss Great Britain's Davis Cup tie with Ecuador this weekend, with qualification for November's eight-team finals on the line.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 3:06 PMNo Norrie as GB bid for Davis Cup Finals spot
Cameron Norrie will miss Great Britain's Davis Cup tie with Ecuador this weekend, with qualification for November's eight-team finals on the line.
- BBC SportSep 18, 2026, 3:00 PM'You have to start somewhere' - inexperienced GB team bid for Davis Cup Finals
Cameron Norrie will miss Great Britain's Davis Cup tie with Ecuador this weekend, with qualification for November's eight-team finals on the line.
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