Billie Jean King Cup Finals: Team Rosters Announced
Swiatek to Lead Poland, Gauff Out for U.S.
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) has announced the squads for the Billie Jean King Cup Finals, which will be held in Glasgow, Scotland from November 8-13.
World No. 1 Iga Swiatek will lead Poland into the competition, while Coco Gauff will not represent the United States. The U.S. team will instead be led by Jessica Pegula, Danielle Collins, and Madison Keys.
Other Notable Squads
Other notable squads include:
- Australia: Ajla Tomljanovic and Storm Sanders
- Canada: Bianca Andreescu and Leylah Fernandez
- Czech Republic: Barbora Krejcikova and Petra Kvitova
Swiatek's Dominance
Swiatek has been in dominant form in 2022, winning two Grand Slam titles and reaching the semifinals of the other two. She will be looking to lead Poland to their first Billie Jean King Cup title since 1996.
Gauff's Absence
The absence of Gauff is a blow to the United States team. The 18-year-old has been one of the most impressive young players on the WTA Tour in recent years, reaching the French Open final in 2022.
U.S. Team Still Strong
Despite Gauff's absence, the U.S. team is still one of the favorites to win the Billie Jean King Cup. Pegula, Collins, and Keys are all ranked in the world's top 20.
Tournament Format
The Billie Jean King Cup Finals will feature 12 teams divided into four groups. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semifinals. The final will be held on November 13.
Conclusion
The Billie Jean King Cup Finals is one of the most prestigious events on the women's tennis calendar. The 2022 edition promises to be another exciting tournament with some of the world's best players competing for the title.
