Canada eliminates France from Davis Cup

Canada has eliminated France from the Davis Cup following a 3-1 victory in the second round of qualifications held in Quebec City. Despite entering the matchup as favorites, the French team struggled to overcome a deficit created on the first day.

After losing both opening singles matches—Arthur Rinderknech falling to Liam Draxl and Quentin Halys losing to Félix Auger-Aliassime—France was forced into a must-win scenario for the second day. Although the doubles pairing of Pierre-Hugues Herbert and Benjamin Bonzi secured a victory to bring the score to 2-1, the momentum was insufficient.

Félix Auger-Aliassime secured the decisive fifth match for Canada, defeating Arthur Rinderknech 4-6, 7-6 (7/5), 6-4. The victory ensures Canada advances to the tournament's final phase, while France fails to qualify for the finals for the sixth time in the last seven years.