Poland’s tennis stars have advanced to the United Cup quarterfinals after topping Group B with 2-1 victories over Norway and the Czech Republic. Originally set to face the best runner-up team, Poland’s rivals shifted due to tournament regulations, avoiding a repeat match against the Czechs before the final. Consequently, Great Britain, winners of Group F, will challenge Poland in Sydney.
Key Matchups: Świątek vs. Boulter
The spotlight will shine on Iga Świątek, ranked world No. 1, as she faces Katie Boulter, Britain’s leader ranked No. 24 in the WTA. This marks their first-ever meeting. In men’s singles, Hubert Hurkacz, ranked 16th in the ATP, will battle Billy Harris, standing at No. 125, replacing injured Jack Draper.
The Road Ahead
The quarterfinal winner will face Kazakhstan in the semifinals after their upset over defending champions Germany. Top-seeded Americans have also secured a semifinal spot with a 2-0 lead over China in Perth.