Maximilian Marterer and Yannick Hanfmann cruised to straight-set victories on Thursday, giving Germany a 2-0 lead over Chile and virtually securing their spot in the Davis Cup Finals this November. Competing on indoor hard courts in Zhuhai, China, Marterer defeated Tomas Barrios Vera 6-1, 6-3, followed by Hanfmann’s 7-5, 6-4 win over Alejandro Tabilo. A doubles match was scheduled for later.
This week, four groups are battling in four cities, aiming to qualify for the Final 8 knockout stage in Malaga, Spain, in November. The top two teams from each group will advance. Despite missing No. 2-ranked Alexander Zverev, Germany swept Slovakia 3-0 in their opening match on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Chile had lost its first match to the United States on Wednesday.
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Later on Thursday in Europe, the Netherlands and Brazil will face off in Bologna, Italy, both seeking their first wins in Group A. Last year’s runner-up, Australia, will aim for a 2-0 record as they take on the Czech Republic in Valencia, Spain, while 2022 champions Canada will look to do the same against Finland in Group D in Manchester, England.
On Wednesday, the United States, Spain, defending champion Italy, and Britain all secured victories in their opening group matches.
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