We analyze how the series defining who will qualify for the Bolonia Finals shape up, with the winners of an exciting first round of the qualifying phase.
Francia
This first day of the Davis Cup Finals 2025 had a clear protagonist, although not for positive reasons. It was Corentin Moutet who made the headlines after a bizarre move that led to his defeat against Raphael Collignon. A defeat that cost France the match against Belgium. Hours later, Paul Henri Mathieu was asked about that specific play. What did he say?
"I haven't seen Corentin yet, but I won't say more. If I want to tell something to my players, I'll say it directly to them, not to the media. Regarding that specific moment, there was no reaction at all, he just lost a point, the important thing was to keep fighting for the match. Everyone reacts differently, so I'll try to help him now," confessed the French captain.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Mathieu reacciona a la frivolidad de Moutet en pista: “Si tengo que decirle algo, se lo diré a él”
First round wrapped up at the Davis Cup Finals 2025 with the first surprise. France, dealing with key absences in Bologna, has been eliminated by a competitive Belgium team that always shows up in this competition, even in the final phase. Raphael Collignon started it by defeating Corentin Moutet mentally, and then left the task to his compatriot Zizou Bergs to seal the deal against Arthur Rinderknech. A classic 2-0 victory putting the Belgians into the semifinals, where they will face Italy or Austria next Friday.
Match Results (Belgium 2-0 France)
- R Collignon def. C Moutet: 26 75 75
- Z Bergs def. A Rinderknech: 63 76
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Davis Cup 2025. Bélgica destroza el sueño francés
We detail which countries have the most players in the top 100 of the ATP ranking at the end of 2025 and how many nations are represented.
The Frenchman dared with a shot between the legs that led him to lose the first match of the series against Belgium. Hours later, France was eliminated.
The final phase of the 2025 Davis Cup kicked off with the match between France and Belgium, where Raphael Collignon defeated Corentin Moutet in the first showdown of the tie (2-6, 7-5, 7-5). Beyond the scoreline, it is worth noting what happened right at the end of the second set, where the French player missed an easy point at 15-15 by trying a fancy shot, a foolish move that should never be attempted in crucial moments. Moutet's mind let him down, and he started to decline from that point onward. If there is no comeback from France, he will find it hard to sleep tonight.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Una ‘tontería’ de Moutet le cuesta a Francia el primer partido ante Bélgica
Amelie Mauresmo continues to take on new roles within the tennis world. After a successful career as a player and coach, the Frenchwoman is ready to return to the spotlight. As reported by L'Equipe, she is the frontrunner to become the new captain of France in the Billie Jean King Cup. She would return to a role she previously held between 2012 and 2016, replacing Julien Benneteau... all while continuing her role as the director of Roland Garros, a position she wouldn't relinquish. Will returning to a familiar face work out?
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Mauresmo, favorita para ser la próxima seleccionadora de Francia
Great absentees, epic comebacks... that's how the teams that will compete for the coveted trophy this year were classified.
We analyze how the series defining who will qualify for the Bolonia Finals shape up, with the winners of an exciting first round of the qualifying phase.
We detail which countries have the most players in the top 100 of the ATP ranking at the end of 2025 and how many nations are represented.
This first day of the Davis Cup Finals 2025 had a clear protagonist, although not for positive reasons. It was Corentin Moutet who made the headlines after a bizarre move that led to his defeat against Raphael Collignon. A defeat that cost France the match against Belgium. Hours later, Paul Henri Mathieu was asked about that specific play. What did he say?
"I haven't seen Corentin yet, but I won't say more. If I want to tell something to my players, I'll say it directly to them, not to the media. Regarding that specific moment, there was no reaction at all, he just lost a point, the important thing was to keep fighting for the match. Everyone reacts differently, so I'll try to help him now," confessed the French captain.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Mathieu reacciona a la frivolidad de Moutet en pista: “Si tengo que decirle algo, se lo diré a él”
The Frenchman dared with a shot between the legs that led him to lose the first match of the series against Belgium. Hours later, France was eliminated.
First round wrapped up at the Davis Cup Finals 2025 with the first surprise. France, dealing with key absences in Bologna, has been eliminated by a competitive Belgium team that always shows up in this competition, even in the final phase. Raphael Collignon started it by defeating Corentin Moutet mentally, and then left the task to his compatriot Zizou Bergs to seal the deal against Arthur Rinderknech. A classic 2-0 victory putting the Belgians into the semifinals, where they will face Italy or Austria next Friday.
Match Results (Belgium 2-0 France)
- R Collignon def. C Moutet: 26 75 75
- Z Bergs def. A Rinderknech: 63 76
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Davis Cup 2025. Bélgica destroza el sueño francés
The final phase of the 2025 Davis Cup kicked off with the match between France and Belgium, where Raphael Collignon defeated Corentin Moutet in the first showdown of the tie (2-6, 7-5, 7-5). Beyond the scoreline, it is worth noting what happened right at the end of the second set, where the French player missed an easy point at 15-15 by trying a fancy shot, a foolish move that should never be attempted in crucial moments. Moutet's mind let him down, and he started to decline from that point onward. If there is no comeback from France, he will find it hard to sleep tonight.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Una ‘tontería’ de Moutet le cuesta a Francia el primer partido ante Bélgica
Amelie Mauresmo continues to take on new roles within the tennis world. After a successful career as a player and coach, the Frenchwoman is ready to return to the spotlight. As reported by L'Equipe, she is the frontrunner to become the new captain of France in the Billie Jean King Cup. She would return to a role she previously held between 2012 and 2016, replacing Julien Benneteau... all while continuing her role as the director of Roland Garros, a position she wouldn't relinquish. Will returning to a familiar face work out?
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Mauresmo, favorita para ser la próxima seleccionadora de Francia
Great absentees, epic comebacks... that's how the teams that will compete for the coveted trophy this year were classified.
Davis Cup weekend, a weekend of great emotions. These days, the tickets for the Final Phase to be held in Bologna from November 13 to 23 are at stake, where only the top eight teams of the competition will travel. France and Croatia, for instance, are currently facing off in the Balkan lands, where Corentin Moutet fired first by defeating Dino Prizmic (6-4, 5-7, 6-1) and securing a 1-0 lead in the series. This marks the first Davis Cup victory for the controversial French player, a reward for all the progress he has made recently, especially on a mental level. Marin Cilic and Arthur Rinderknech will contest the second point.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Corentin Moutet logra su primera victoria en Copa Davis
The Ultimate Tennis Showdown (UTS) has emerged as a truly appealing format for many players on the circuit. New editions arise each season at different times of the year, and Patrick Mouratoglou, the event director, always seeks to create a spectacle, whether through the format, the players... and even the setting. Its next edition will take place at the Arena de Nimes, a spectacular Roman amphitheater that will host professional tennis for the first time in 20 years. The images coming from the venue are simply fantastic. Anyone up for a game there soon?
The Arènes of Nimes, France, becoming a tennis court for the @uts_tour_
— We Are Tennis (@WeAreTennis) April 2, 2025
Beauty 😍
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This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El tenis viaja a la Antigua Roma: Mouratoglou y el impresionante escenario de su próximo UTS