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USA wins first-ever Davis Cup final against Great Britain in 1900

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

USA wins first-ever Davis Cup final against Great Britain in 1900

Summary

The inaugural Davis Cup final took place in 1900 at the Longwood Cricket Club in Boston. The US team defeated Great Britain 3-0, with Dwight Davis securing the first victory and Malcolm Whitman extending the lead. The doubles match concluded the tie, marking the beginning of the Davis Cup's history. Italy, the current three-time defending champions, has already qualified for this year's quarter-finals, with their next opponent determined in upcoming qualifiers.

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•Davis Cup final held in 1900 at Longwood Cricket Club, USA.
•USA defeated Great Britain 3-0 to win the inaugural title.
•Dwight Davis, Malcolm Whitman led the team in the final.
•Italy set to enter quarter-finals of the current Davis Cup.
•Italy won the 2025 Davis Cup, maintaining their champion status.

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