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Total confidence of the RFET in Carla Suárez: captain until 2029

Andrés Tomás Rico - 29 Sep 2026
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Total confidence of the RFET in Carla Suárez: captain until 2029. Photo: RFET

After Spain reached the semifinals of the Billie Jean King Cup for the first time since 2008, the Royal Spanish Tennis Federation (RFET) has renewed its bond with captain Carla Suárez, extending her contract until 2029. This way, the former Canarian tennis player, who took over the Spanish team in 2025, succeeding Anabel Medina, will spend five years in the role.

“I am very happy for the trust of the president and his team. For me, the trust the players have shown me has also been a priority, and I am pleased to see them evolve and the commitment they are taking with this team,” explained the captain in a press release sent by the RFET.

“Having a captain of Carla's level is not easy. For us, it is a blessing because she was a Top-10 player, and she conveys to the team that calm and tennis knowledge that she possesses. For a captaincy, it's something important, in addition to the respect the players have for her,” stated Miguel Díaz Román, president of the RFET.

Spain was eliminated in the semifinals of the Billie Jean King Cup 2026 after losing to the Czech Republic

This renewal comes after the Billie Jean King Cup 2026 where Spain finally overcame the first round of the finals by winning 2-0 against Kazakhstan, thanks to the victories of Jessica Bouzas and Cristina Bucsa. However, the Spanish team could not advance past the semifinals, losing to the Czech Republic team featuring Linda Noskova, Wimbledon champion, and Karolina Muchova, who would go on to become the new world champion by country.

Spain ranks fifth in the title standings of the Billie Jean King Cup and the defunct Fed Cup, having five victories (1991, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1998). The United States remains in the first place with 18, followed by the Czech Republic with 12, while Australia closes the podium with 7.
 

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