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USA loses to Czechia in Davis Cup qualifiers, prompting proposed changes

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Last updated Sep 23, 2026

USA loses to Czechia in Davis Cup qualifiers, prompting proposed changes

Summary

Team USA fell to Czechia in the Davis Cup qualifiers, failing to advance to the Finals. The Americans took an early lead with Learner Tien's win over Jakub Mensik, but after a doubles victory brought them to 2-1, they could not secure the final singles matches, losing the tie 3-2. This defeat marks 19 years since the USA last won the Davis Cup, prompting coach Brad Gilbert to suggest returning to an every-other-year format with best-of-five matches. The tournament's current format has been controversial, drawing criticism from fans and struggling to attract top players recently.

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By the Numbers

•USA took a 1-0 lead, then the match leveled at 1-1.
•USA led 2-1 after doubles but lost the final two singles matches.
•Team USA has not won the Davis Cup since 2007.
•Brad Gilbert suggests Davis Cup changes during podcast.
•Upcoming Davis Cup Finals will feature Italy, Spain, and others.

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11:00 PMYahoo Sports — The Davis Cup urged to make two major changes to the competition after USA’s latest defeat

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