Laver Cup prepares for ninth edition in London this month
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Laver Cup, inspired by the Ryder Cup, will begin later this month in London. Created in 2017 by Roger Federer’s management company TEAM8, Brazilian businessman Jorge Paulo Lemann, and Tennis Australia, the event features Team Europe and Team World in a series of matches. The competition has grown significantly since its inception, attracting top players annually. Last year, Team World, led by Andre Agassi, captured the title after a strong performance, turning the series competitive. As anticipation builds, the event aims to celebrate tennis and unite fans and players alike.
- •Ninth edition of the Laver Cup starts later this month in London.
- •Teams Europe and World compete in singles and doubles matches.
- •Roger Federer aimed to celebrate tennis through this event.
- •Team World won the title in 2025 after a dramatic comeback.
- •Last year's matches showcased strong performances from both teams.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — The reason Roger Federer created the Laver Cup back in 2017
"The ninth edition of the Laver Cup is set to get underway later this month in London. Inspired by the Ryder Cup golf tournament, the...
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