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Germany, Spain and Britain Reach Davis Cup Final Eight

Germany, Spain and Great Britain qualified for the final eight teams in the Davis Cup.

Germany beat Croatia in Halle, Germany.

Alexander Zverev won the deciding singles match against Dino Prizmic.

Spain defeated Chile even though Carlos Alcaraz did not play.

A young player, Rafael Jodar, won his debut match for Spain.

Great Britain beat Ecuador 4-0 in London.

Austria, Canada, South Korea and the Czech Republic also qualified.

Italy entered automatically because it is the reigning champion.

The eight teams will compete in Bologna in November for the trophy.

Key facts

Germany’s result: Defeated Croatia 3-1 in Halle.
Germany’s clinching player: Alexander Zverev beat Dino Prizmic 6-2, 6-4.
Spain’s result: Beat Chile 3-0 without Carlos Alcaraz.
Great Britain’s result: Beat Ecuador 4-0 in London.
Automatic qualifier: Italy qualified as the reigning Davis Cup champion.
Other qualifiers: Austria, Canada, South Korea and the Czech Republic won their qualifiers.
Final 8 venue: Bologna, Italy.
Final 8 timing: November, over six days.

rediff.com · 19 hrs ago