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DAY 1 ROUND-UP

DRAMATIC TRIUMPHS MARK DAY 1 OF THE DAVIS CUP QUALIFIERS 1ST ROUND TIES

Germany, Croatia, and Japan all delivered standout performances as the Davis Cup Qualifiers got underway on Friday. Dramatic singles wins and resilient comebacks set the tone for an action‑packed weekend of Davis Cup action.

From Germany’s dominant opening day to Croatia’s momentum‑saving fightback and Japan’s tightly contested tie in Tokyo, here’s a quick look at the key storylines unfolding around the Davis Cup Qualifiers 1st Round ties.

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FRIDAY'S  ACTION

DAVIS CUP MOMENTS

Relive the thrilling moments and intensity from yesterday’s Davis Cup Qualifiers 1st Round ties

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MORE NATIONS KICK OFF THEIR DAVIS CUP QUALIFIERS 1ST ROUND CAMPAIGNS TODAY

Australia, USA and France are among the nations making their first steps on the Road to Bologna today.

With 13 ties, across four continents in the Qualifiers 1st Round, there’s plenty more Davis Cup action to enjoy.

Find out how to continue following the action where you are.

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