Taylor Fritz faces scrutiny after Davis Cup defeat and Laver Cup decision
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Taylor Fritz prepares to represent Team World at the 2026 Laver Cup following a disappointing exit at the US Open, where he lost in the third round to Francisco Cerundolo. His decision to withdraw from the Davis Cup qualifiers has drawn criticism as American men’s tennis continues to struggle, marked by the USA's recent 3-2 loss to Czechia. Ben Shelton, another American player, competed despite his recent US Open final appearance but could not prevent the team's loss. The absence of Fritz in Prague has fueled debate over his commitment to the national team after failing to qualify for the Davis Cup Finals. Fritz's next match is at the Laver Cup in London.
- •Fritz lost in the third round of the US Open to Cerundolo.
- •USA failed to qualify for the Davis Cup Finals after losing to Czechia.
- •Fritz withdrew from the Davis Cup qualifiers, raising questions about his commitment.
- •Ben Shelton, who lost in the US Open final, played in the Davis Cup match.
- •Fritz is scheduled to play in the Laver Cup in London soon.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Taylor Fritz is in danger of coming under real criticism after his latest decision and America’s defeat
"Taylor Fritz will return to a tennis court very shortly as he prepares to represent Team World at the 2026 Laver Cup. Fritz last played...
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