Billie Jean King Cup Finals 2026 begin in Shenzhen

The 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Finals are taking place in Shenzhen, China, at the Shenzhen Bay Sports Centre Arena from September 22 to 27. The tournament features eight nations competing in a straight knockout format.

Defending champions Italy face host nation China in the quarterfinals. The Italian squad, led by Jasmine Paolini and Sara Errani, seeks to secure their third consecutive title. China's lineup features star player Qinwen Zheng. Other quarterfinal matchups include Czechia against Great Britain, Spain against Kazakhstan, and Ukraine against Belgium.

Czechia enters the competition as one of the leading contenders, while Kazakhstan's lineup has been impacted by the withdrawal of Elena Rybakina. The tournament is being broadcast globally through various platforms, including the BBC in the UK and the Tennis Channel in the USA.