US Clinches Victory in Davis Cup Group Stage with Wins from Nakashima and Opelka

The United States secured a decisive 2-0 lead against Chile in the Davis Cup group stage in Zhuhai, China, thanks to singles wins by Brandon Nakashima and Reilly Opelka. The victories put the US on track to advance to the Final 8 knockout stage in Malaga, Spain, in November.

In a pivotal match on Wednesday, the United States cemented their dominance over Chile in the group stage of the Davis Cup Finals held in Zhuhai, China. Key wins by Brandon Nakashima and Reilly Opelka secured an unassailable 2-0 lead for the American team.

Nakashima triumphed over Alejandro Tabilo 7-6 (5), 2-6, 7-6 (3), after Opelka had earlier defeated Cristian Garin 6-3, 4-6, 7-6 (3). These hard-fought victories ensure the US remains on course to reach the Final 8 knockout stage in Malaga, Spain, this November.

The Davis Cup, featuring four groups playing across four cities, will see the top two countries from each group advance. With a record 32 Davis Cup titles, the US is aiming to make it to the quarter-finals for the second time since the revamped Finals format was introduced in 2019.

(With inputs from agencies.)